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Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Artist Series Meritage Columbia Valley

1 grape clusters - “Recommended”  Northwest Palate - October 1, 2006

Toast, caramel, and cedar aromas accent a core of plum fruitiness in the nose, while on the tongue, juicy berry and plum fruit offer a medium-bodied, straightforward mouthful. Drink with a vegetarian lasagna

Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Artist Series Meritage Columbia Valley

  Wine Press Northwest - June 20, 2006

They turned to stone for this year’s Artist Series label, featuring Will Robinson’s Shield Warrior" green granite sculpture. The wine’s nose broadcasts forest notes reminiscent of Mount Rainer’s Grove of the Pariarchs and Heinz Blend pipe tobacco. There’s plum in the background of the nose, and the structure will punch you in the mouth. Blueberries join the plums on the palate with rich mouthfeel. It was a serious first vintage for Bob Bertheau, with tannins wound so tight the fruit hits you like a fist. This should be really interesting in three.

Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Artist Series Meritage Columbia Valley

90 points  Wine Spectator - June 15, 2006

Broad, supple and aromatic with spicy, cedary character, generous with its rich blueberry, plum and currant flavors, immensely appealing for its polish and harmony…'

Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Artist Series Meritage Columbia Valley

90 points - “Outstanding”  The Wine Advocate - April 24, 2006

There are 1,300 cases of the outstanding 2003 Artist Series Meritage, a blend of 66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 12% Malbec, and 2% Petit Verdot. Its expressive aromas reveal notes of blackberries, elderberries, and cassis. Medium to full-bodied, it offers flavors reminiscent of tar, wild berries, and dark cherries in a concentrated, supple, and prolonged format.'

Chateau Ste. Michelle 2002 Artist Series Meritage Columbia Valley

88 points  Wine Enthusiast - December 15, 2005

This Meritage blend includes 10% Merlot and 20% Malbec. It is a soft, chocolaty wine with bright raspberry/cherry fruit and plenty of new oak flavors.

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