2022 Upchurch Counterpart Merlot

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The 2021 Upchurch Vineyard "Counterpart" Merlot is a 100% varietal red wine produced by Upchurch Vineyard from the Red Mountain AVA in Washington State.

Wine Profile & Details

• Aging: Aged for 20 months in nearly all new French Oak barriques (Taransaud & Orion)
• Drinking Window: Rated to age gracefully from 2024 through 2042 (with optimal peak drinking noted around 2026 onward)

Tasting Notes & Critical Acclaim

• Aromas & Flavors: Features a complex nose of dark chocolate, dark rose petals, Asian spices, cassis, fresh black plums, dried herbs, nutmeg, and cocoa, underlined by loamy soil characteristics.
• Palate: Full-bodied, plush, and refined with impressive flavor density, fine powdery tannins, and vibrant balance.
• Scores: Awarded 95 points by critic Owen Bargreen, who highlighted it as one of the finest Merlots produced from the estate.