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A FAMILY WINERY MAKING WORLD-CLASS WINES
Pioneers in winemaking and viticulture in the Columbia Valley, the Hogue and Mercer families have helped shaped the past and present of Washington State winemaking, and are confidently forging a new path ahead in the Horse Heaven Hills, Yakima Valley and Columbia Valley AVAs. Winemaker David Forsyth, formerly of The Hogue Cellars, is in charge of winemaking on behalf of the joint venture families. In the coming vintages Mercer Estates wines will be estate-grown, bottled and produced.
Mercer Estates is committed to consistent, quality winemaking. Through generations of farming and winemaking in Washington State the winery's founders are pleased to count many vineyard managers and wine professionals as friends and partners in bringing the very best wines to consumers.
Please contact us to find out more about where you can purchase Mercer Estates.
Wine Offerings
86
points"Aromatic, with pretty pear and star fruit aromas. Yet a bit shy in the mouth, turning lean and resiny on the finish."
Drink now. 3733 cases made - H.S (Wine Spectator)
| Mercer Estates Pinot Gris 2007
Columbia Valley Ripe pear, melon, and peach fruit flavors backed by a minerality and good acidity make this a refreshing, balanced wine that will go well with seafood, chicken and cheeses.
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David Forsyth, Winemaker
Release Date: 2/1/08
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88
points"Bright and juicy, a lively mouthful of green apple and slate aromas and
flavors, hinting of passion fruit as the off-dry finish persist."
Drink now through 2011. 7265 cases made – H.S.
(Wine Spectator)
| Mercer Estates Riesling 2007
Yakima Valley Riesling grapes grown in Washington State's cooler Yakima Valley appellation produce a brisk, tangy and refreshing wine. Flavors and aromas of apricot, peach and tangerine along with the bracing acidity of the Mercer Estates Riesling reflect the unique character of Washington State Riesling. With little less than a percent and a half of residual sugar this Riesling is a bit dryer than many Rieslings and lends itself quite well to food pairings.
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David Forsyth, Winemaker Release Date: 2/1/08
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87
points"Light and refreshing, with relatively delicate pear and green apple flavors, lingering on the bright finish."
Drink now. 7504 cases made - H.S (Wine Spectator)
| Mercer Estates Sauvignon Blanc 2007
Columbia Valley Ripe pear, herb and melon flavors are complimented by a nice oak spice balanced with bright Sauvignon Blanc characteristics. The palate is generous yet elegant with lively fruit aromas and a mouth filling finish. Pair with chicken dishes, fish, oysters and lighter fare. It also makes a great aperitif wine.
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David Forsyth, Winemaker Release Date: 2/1/08
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Mercer Estates Chardonnay 2007
Columbia Valley The Chardonnay grapes were sourced from five vineyards with long histories of producing exceptional Chardonnay grapes. The wines were fermented predominately in French oak barrels and aged sur lies. Partial malolactic fermentation added complexity and body while the non-malolactic portion of the wine retained its fresh melon and tropical flavors and acidity. This elegant, complex Chardonnay expresses good varietal character accented with a hint of vanilla and oak spice.
- David Forsyth, Winemaker Release Date: 8/1/08
Suggested National Retail Price: $17
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91
points"Smooth and generous, this is nicely fashioned to balance fine tannins with lavish black cherry, black currant, violet and mocha aromas and flavors, lingering on the expressive finish. 694 cases made."
Drink now through 2014. — H.S.
(Wine Spectator) | Mercer Estates Cabernet Sauvignon 2006
Horse Heaven Hills
Aromas of cherry, chocolate and herbal notes are accented by a hint of vanillin and oak spice. In the supple, rich mouth, flavors of coffee, cherry and cassis linger on the palate. This Cabernet is well balanced with a good structure, soft tannins and a long finish.
- David Forsyth, Winemaker Release Date: 9/1/08
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91
points"This silky-textured wine is round and polished, showing spicy,
chocolaty undertones to the ripe cherry and cola flavors, lingering on the refined finish."
Drink now through 2012. 757 cases made - H.S (Wine Spectator)
| Mercer Estates Merlot 2005
Horse Heaven Hills Ripe mature blueberry and cherry aromas with a nice oak spice are followed by forest floor, cedar and anise. In the supple mouth the same fruit flavors are complimented with chocolate and coffee bean followed by moderate tannins with good mouth feel and length.
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David Forsyth, Winemaker Release Date: 2/1/08
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