2013 Mercer Sharp Sisters Red Blend Horse Heaven Hills

2013  Mercer Estates Horse Heaven Hills Sharp Sisters Red Blend – 47% Merlot, 41% Syrah, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Sangiovese, 1% Petit Verdot ~ $21

This blend was named for Carma Sharp -Mercer and her 5 sisters and is supposed to be “fun forward and meant to be enjoyed among family and friends” just like these party gals would have wanted. The winemaker chose to use a combination of French and American oak – the latter known to add more dominant flavors.   It met with mixed reviews from our group.  For some it was in their top 2 of the night. Others found it to be too oaky.    Expect a soft wine with a wide array of fruit – red bramble fruits, plum, cherry, black cherry, and blueberry popping up on the finish.  Lots of vanilla from that oak and alcohol that isn’t exactly subtle.  Acid keeps it bright.

Click Call a Cab: Horse Heaven Hills Cabernet Sauvignon for the full story and more tasting notes.

Sample. Mercer Estates