title: Tempus Cellars 2007 Seven Hills Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (OR))
description: A chewy, high-acid take on Merlot, with a strong herbal note to the tannins. It might almost pass for Carmenère. The fruit flavors are subdued but ripe enough, and the alcohol touches 14.7%. This is the sort of muscular Merlot that can take the place of Cabernet alongside a grilled steak.
variety: Merlot
designation: Seven Hills Vineyard