March 31, 2024 (Rolling Hills, CA) – Castle Rock Winery proudly announces that its 2022 Columbia Valley Merlot has been included in the highly anticipated James Suckling Washington 2025 Tasting Report: Winemaking Without Compromise. This recognition highlights Castle Rock’s commitment to producing high-quality, value-driven wines that reflect the unique terroir of Washington State.
James Suckling, one of the world’s foremost wine critics, conducts extensive tastings each year, evaluating wines based on their balance, complexity, and overall excellence. The 2025 report showcases Washington’s ability to craft world-class wines, with Castle Rock’s Merlot standing out for its depth, elegance, and approachability.
“We are honored to be included in this prestigious report,” saidGreg Popovich, Founder of Castle Rock Winery. “Washington’s Columbia Valley is a remarkable region for Merlot, offering rich fruit character and refined structure. This recognition affirms our mission to produce wines of exceptional quality while maintaining accessibility for wine lovers everywhere.”
The 2022 Castle Rock Columbia Valley Merlot is crafted from premium vineyard sites in Washington’s renowned Columbia Valley AVA. This wine delivers flavors of ripe blackberries, plum, and mocha, framed by soft tannins and a lingering finish. It exemplifies Castle Rock’s dedication to producing wines that overdeliver on quality at a competitive price point.
“Aromas of ripe red and dark berries, sweet spices and hints of walnuts and wet stones. Medium- to full-bodied with polished, slightly chalky tannins and a dusty mouthfeel. Good fruit concentration and a flavorful finish. Drink now or hold.”
Castle Rock Winery continues to earn accolades across its portfolio, reinforcing its reputation as a leading producer of high-quality wines that offer exceptional value. The full James Suckling Washington 2025 Tasting Report is now available at www.jamessuckling.com.
For more information about Castle Rock Winery and its award-winning wines, please visit www.castlerockwinery.com.
