From Sparrow’s red wine by the glass list, the Kiona Merlot is a true Washington classic, an estate-grown Red Mountain pour with real history behind it ($13 a glass).
About Kiona Merlot
Kiona is a pioneering name on Red Mountain, and this Merlot is made from all estate-grown grapes off the oldest vineyards in the Red Mountain AVA. Aging is mostly neutral oak with about 30% new French, American, and Hungarian oak, a thoughtful approach that supports the fruit rather than covering it.
Tasting Notes
Plush and layered, this is Merlot the way Washington does it best, generous dark fruit with a smooth, rounded body and just enough structure from the oak. It is approachable but has genuine depth.
What to Pair It With
Merlot is a versatile food red. From the Sparrow dinner menu, enjoy it with the American Wagyu steaks, the Braised Duck, or the Eggplant Parmigiana. The Burrata Avocado and Truffle Deviled Eggs make easy starters alongside it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Kiona Merlot from?
It is an estate-grown Merlot from the Red Mountain AVA in Washington State, made from the oldest vineyards on Red Mountain.
How is Kiona Merlot aged?
It is aged mostly in neutral oak with about 30% new French, American, and Hungarian oak, giving a plush, layered wine with gentle structure.
Find it on the Sparrow beverages menu near the DeLille D2 and the House Dark Harvest Cabernet. We are in Kirkland’s Juanita neighborhood on the Eastside, so reserve a table and come taste it.