Chateau Ste Michelle Indian Wells Red Blend

This new Indian Wells Red Blend is an easy drinking, yet well structured wine
from mostly warmer climate vineyards. The wine refl ects the rich, round, powerful
style of Washington fruit, highlighting seven varietals. It is a true example of the
art of blending. The wine offers jammy boysenberry fl avors from the Syrah with
a luscious backbone from the Merlot. The other varieties add the spices that all
winemakers love to work with. This would be a great match with barbecue ribs. pH 3.84
Total Acidity 0.52g/100 ml
Alcohol 14.5%
Blend 60% Merlot, 28% Syrah,
6% Cabernet Sauvignon,
3% Grenache, 2% Malbec,
0.5% Cinsault,
0.5% Mourvedre Foods: stuffed peppers, blue cheese,
duck, beef, veal, lamb, dark
chocolate
Herbs: mustard, paprika,
rosemary, thyme
Spices: allspice, cloves, ginger, mace,
nutmeg

Region Description

The Columbia Valley American Viticultural Area (AVA) is the largest in the state of Washington. It includes the Yakima Valley, Red Mountain, Walla Walla, and Horse Heaven Hill AVAs within its boundaries.