Like pinot noir, merlot should be grown only in certain places and in certain soil types. And Chateau Ste. Michelle is among the wineries that have figured out exactly where and how, bottling several delicious renditions every year. The Chateau Ste. Michelle Columbia Valley Merlot ($16) is rich but vibrant, with layers of red berry and plum flavors and a touch of spice on the refreshing finish. This Washington red is an ideal fireplace wine, but also welcome at the dinner table with roasted meats or winter veggies, hearty pastas and hard cheeses. Available at Apple Valley and Eden Prairie munis, Big Top, Cellars, Yarmo, MGM and others.
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More From Star Tribune
More From Star Tribune
Election
In heated western Minn. GOP congressional primary, outsiders challenging incumbent
U.S. Rep. Michelle Fischbach has a solidly conservative voting record. But Steve Boyd, a Christian conservative who has never held public office, is gaining traction as an outsider.
Sports
Minnesota Sports Hall of Fame: A class-by-class list of all members
Who's in the Star Tribune Minnesota Sports Hall of Fame? From Bernie Bierman to the latest class, here's the list:
Sports
This retired journalist changed professional wrestling from Mankato
Norm Kietzer was a pioneer in professional wrestling journalism for 40 years.
High Schools
All-Metro Sports Awards: Here are the 2023 winners
The Star Tribune recognized the best of metro area high school athletes with its sixth annual All-Metro Sports Awards. Here are the 2023 winners, who were honored Wednesday night at Target Center.