Rating 87
Style Red
Variety
Vintage 2018
Appellation
Washington
USA
ABV 14.7%
Price $22.00  Buy This Wine
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Reviewed 2020-11-03

Perfect For

Host/Hostess Gifting, Impressing On A Budget, Wine And Cheese Night

Drink If You Like

Cabernet Franc, Merlot , Pinot Noir

Luke Wahluke Slope Merlot 2018 Review

This is a good, soft, and balanced Merlot. It has a good amount of oak, and the alcohol is a bit high, but the acidity is bright — lifting the wine a bit. It’s a nice wine to gift a host or hang with some friends and local cheeses.

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Luke Wahluke Slope Merlot 2018
This is a good, soft, and balanced Merlot. It has a good amount of oak, and the alcohol is a bit high, but the acidity is bright — lifting the wine a bit. It’s a nice wine to gift a host or hang with some friends and local cheeses.

Reviewed On: 11-03-2020
87
POINTS
Luke Wahluke Slope Merlot 2018
This is a good, soft, and balanced Merlot. It has a good amount of oak, and the alcohol is a bit high, but the acidity is bright — lifting the wine a bit. It’s a nice wine to gift a host or hang with some friends and local cheeses.

Reviewed On: 11-03-2020