Summary: H3 is a new label launched by Columbia Crest. The name stands for Horse Heaven Hills, one of the new appellations in Washington state. Indian Wells is a vineyard on the Wahluke Slope – another new appellation. These three wines are all good value wines. The final wine listed, Col Solare, is a collaboration of Chateau Ste. Michelle and Italian winemaker Marchese Antinori. The winery recently built a multi-million dollar facility on Red Mountain. |
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Score |
Name |
Notes |
$ |
+ |
Columbia Crest H3 Merlot 2005 |
Strong vanilla and oak. Smooth. Good, full table wine. Some might say over the top. |
$13 |
+ |
Columbia Crest H3 Cabernet Sauvignon |
A little earthy. Black pepper. Lighter on the palette. A little oaky. Good. |
$13 |
* |
Ch Ste Michelle Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 |
Good. Well made. A little Bordeaux quality to it. Spice. Vanilla. Not overwhelming but quite good. |
$15 |
* |
Col Solare 2004 |
Spice. Chocolate. A little smoky. A little earthy. Beautiful, rich nose. Good finish. |
$65 |
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