2023 Two Mountain Rattlesnake Hills Yakima Valley Merlot

Name: 2023 Two Mountain Rattlesnake Hills Yakima Valley Merlot
SKU: 2014147
Price: 21.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 94 (3 reviews)

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James Suckling

A fresh, energetic, medium-bodied wine with a very silky and supple mouthfeel and aromas of red plums, blackberries and mountain herbs. Gentle tannins with flavors of red fruit and citrus. Drink or hold.

Professional Reviews

Decanter

Pleasing and with pop, this freshly styled Merlot delivers on great fruit and brilliant acidity. Coming from two vineyards in Yakima's Rattlesnake Hills appellation, and blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec, it offers a pop of early season blackberries, wild mountain huckleberries and a bubblegum brightness on the nose. The palate is juicy with fresh boysenberries, wild blueberries and fresh savoury notes of desert lavender, undeniably enjoyable.

Staff Reviews

Ryan Woodhouse

K&L Buyer

Review Date: 09/2026

One of my favorite wines in the Two Mountain lineup. This bottle makes a great argument for a Merlot resurgence. Juicy, fresh black fruits, huckleberry, cocoa nib, and hints of cigar box lead into a suave texture and lovely balance. Bright acidity keeps the plush fruit nicely linear and energetic. Excellent Merlot for a song!

Notes

Founded by brothers Matthew and Patrick Rawn, Two Mountain Winery is a fourth-generation family estate dedicated exclusively to crafting estate-grown wines from the Rattlesnake Hills AVA in Washington's Yakima Valley. The estate's sustainably farmed vineyards benefit from warm, sunny days, cool nights, and the Cascade Range's rain-shadow effect, while well-drained soils and a long growing season allow Merlot to achieve full ripeness while retaining freshness and natural acidity. This combination of meticulous farming and distinctive terroir produces a balanced, expressive Merlot that reflects the character of the Rattlesnake Hills and the family's deep connection to the land.

Details

Origin	Washington, United States
Type/Varietal	Merlot
Alcohol Content	13.7%
SKU	2014147