Grilled whole branzino or dorada benefit from the wine's saline minerality

Finish: Medium in length with a gentle warming quality and lingering almond and vanilla

James Suckling described it as "muscular and formed

Aroma: Sweet maltiness opens first

with Grenache providing the aromatic core and Syrah and Mourvèdre contributing structure and depth

Barnard Griffin Cabernet-Merlot chile Grilled whole branzino or doradaBarnard Griffin Cabernet Merlot is a Cabernet Sauvignon dominant red blend from Columbia Valley, Washington State, bottled at 13. 7% ABV in a standard 750ml format. The 2021 vintage earned 92 points from Wine Spectator, while the 2022 vintage took Double Gold at the Sunset International Wine Competition consistent recognition that speaks to the quality Rob Griffin achieves vintage after vintage. Quick Facts: ABV: 13. 7% Origin: Columbia Valley AVA,