Goose Ridge Merlot G3 Columbia Valley

Pairs with: Braised pork chops with honey-fig glaze 

Good for: Adding something special to a weeknight dinner

Grapes: Merlot

I am from: Columbia Valley, Washington

The Story: For four generations, the Monson family has been innovating and building a diversified agriculture business in Eastern Washington. In spring of 1998, Bill Monson channeled the family’s fearless entrepreneurial spirit into another new venture on a special piece of land, we now know as Goose Gap. Together, Arvid and Bill planted 2,000 acres of estate vineyards, starting what is well-known today as Goose Ridge Estate Vineyards & Winery.

Why You'll Love Me: Engaging with a smooth, elegant mouthfeel and richness with aromas and flavors of black cherry, cranberry, spice, and cocoa. The balanced structure supports a long finish of dark fruit accented by notes of cedar and toast.