{"product_id":"northstar-columbia-valley-merlot","title":"Northstar Columbia Valley Merlot","description":"\u003cp\u003eDry, dark, lush and velvety. This is a full-bodied Merlot with concentrated fruit and polished structure. The nose shows blackberry, mulberry and black cherry. The palate brings dark chocolate, cherry and cedar, with a hint of graham cracker. French oak adds vanilla and toast. The tannins are smooth and supple, and the finish is rich and lingering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNorthstar, based in Walla Walla, was founded to make world-class Merlot in the Bordeaux tradition. This Columbia Valley bottling blends Merlot from a select group of top vineyards across the appellation with a portion of Cabernet Sauvignon for structure. Grapes are fermented with a share of whole berries, then aged in French oak barrels for well over a year, with regular racking. It is bottled at 14.5% ABV in a 750 mL bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoyable now and should age gracefully for many years. Serve just below room temperature with prime rib, pork ribs or herb-roasted chicken.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Big C Liquors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67621066702997,"sku":"08858600025","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/4349\/0965\/files\/northstar-columbia-valley-merlot.webp?v=1791248536","url":"https:\/\/bigcliquorstore.com\/products\/northstar-columbia-valley-merlot","provider":"Big C Liquors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}