2020 J Bookwalter Winery 'Readers' Merlot Columbia Valley

(90 Points) This Merlot is showing a little heat at 15% abv, but it doesn’t detract too much from the wine’s other qualities. Blackberry and vanilla cupcake aromas are joined by wisps of fresh basil and wet slate. The wine’s ripe blueberry and orange pekoe tea flavors are ably supported by silky tannins and just enough acidity. - Wine Enthusiast