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14 Hands Winery Merlot
14 Hands Winery · Washington · United States
$8.99
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Why it’s a great value
It carries a verified 88-point score from Wine Enthusiast at a price under $25. The next step up in the same style, Josh Cellars Merlot, is $14.99.
Taste profile
SweetnessDry → Sweet
BodyLight → Full
Acidity*Soft → Bright
Tannin*Silky → Grippy
Oak*None → Bold
Fruit*Subtle → Intense
* WineDiscounts editorial estimate based on verified tasting notes.
What it tastes like
Blackberry and plum up front, with cherry, mocha and a soft, round finish.
You’ll like this if…
Choose this if you like smooth Washington Merlot, softer Cabernet-style reds, or fruit-forward reds with a touch of mocha.
Why buy it
A dependable, food-friendly Merlot with enough fruit for sipping and enough structure for grilled meats and red-sauce dishes.
Best for
Casual dinners, cookouts, pasta night and shoppers who want a recognizable Washington red under $15.
Style
Soft, ripe, fruit-forward Washington Merlot with moderate body and gentle tannins.
Drinks like
Washington Merlot, soft California Merlot, fruit-forward red blends
Experience level
Beginner-friendly, but still useful as an easy everyday red for experienced drinkers.
Flavor notes
Pairs well with
bbq ribs · grilled tri-tip · burgers · spaghetti with red sauce and meatballs
Best occasions
Serving & enjoying
- Serving temperature:
- 60-65 F
- Decanting:
- Not required; 15 minutes of air can soften the first pour.
- Glassware:
- Standard red wine glass
- Drink or cellar:
- Made for current enjoyment; drink within 2-3 years of purchase.
- After opening:
- Best within 2-3 days if recorked and kept cool.
Guidance partly estimated by WineDiscounts from the wine’s style.
About this wine
14 Hands Merlot is a soft, fruit-forward Washington red with blackberry, plum, cherry and mocha notes. Round and approachable, it is an easy match for burgers, ribs, tri-tip and tomato-sauced pasta.
Wine details
- Type
- red
- Varietal
- Merlot
- Grapes
- Merlot with Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Malbec, 2023 tech sheet blend: 86% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Syrah, 1% Malbec
- Producer
- 14 Hands Winery
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Washington
- Appellation
- Columbia Valley
- Bottle size
- 750 Ml
- ABV
- 14.5%
Details last verified September 24, 2026
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Winemaking details ›
- Winemaker:
- Zach Richardson
- Vineyard source:
- Washington State fruit; producer product page places the wine under Columbia Valley.
- Vessel:
- Fermented after destemming and crushing; tech sheet notes 6-8 day fermentations.
About the winery · 14 Hands Winery ›
14 Hands Winery is based in Prosser, Washington. The name is inspired by the wild horses that once roamed eastern Washington and the Columbia River Valley, with a 'hand' referring to the traditional measure of horse height. The winery focuses on approachable Washington wines, especially fruit-forward reds and crisp whites. Its winemaking page describes a goal of making smooth, bold, easy-drinking wines for everyday enjoyment.
Critic reviews
88/100Wine Enthusiast
“blueberry fruit leather and black cherries; slightly elevated acidity and soft tannins”
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Frequently asked questions
- Is 14 Hands Winery Merlot dry or sweet?
- 14 Hands Winery Merlot is dry — its sweetness rating is 2 on our 1 (bone dry) to 5 (sweet) scale. It is medium-bodied.
- What does 14 Hands Winery Merlot taste like?
- Blackberry and plum up front, with cherry, mocha and a soft, round finish.
- What food pairs with 14 Hands Winery Merlot?
- It pairs well with BBQ ribs, grilled tri-tip, burgers and spaghetti with red sauce and meatballs.
- How should I serve 14 Hands Winery Merlot?
- Serve at 60-65 F. Not required; 15 minutes of air can soften the first pour. Glass: Standard red wine glass.
- Is 14 Hands Winery Merlot a good value?
- At $8.99 it carries a verified 88-point score from Wine Enthusiast; the review is shown on this page.
- What is the bottle size and alcohol content of 14 Hands Winery Merlot?
- 750 ml bottle, 14.5% alcohol by volume.