| Rating | 94 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Merlot |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Appellation |
Texas USA |
| ABV | 12.2% |
| Price | $74.00 |
| Print Shelf Talker | |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2025-09-09 |
Perfect For
Holiday Meals, Long-Term Aging, Steak Dinner
Drink If You Like
Cabernet Franc, Merlot , Mourvèdre
William Chris Vineyards '500 Block' Merlot 2018 Review
On the national stage, William Chris is one of the pioneering winemakers of Texas. This Merlot comes from a special vineyard block — the 500th block of Merlot planted at Granite Hill Vineyards, specifically — in the Bell Mountain AVA. This particular block has been bottled separately from the rest of the vineyard since 2011 as it’s home to the most intense, low yielding vines in the area. The nose has cherries with a hint of licorice and balsamic along with an added layer of earth. The mouthfeel is seamless with a slight tannic frame and good medium fruit.
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