Mercer Family Cabernet
Washington Cabernet from the family that planted Horse Heaven Hills.
The story behind Mercer Family
Don and Linda Mercer planted the first wine grapes in Horse Heaven Hills in 1972, and that original Cabernet Sauvignon plot became part of the historic Champoux Vineyard. The family opened Mercer Estates in Prosser, Washington in 2005, and the Mercer Family label went national in 2018. Vines sit at 45 degrees north, the same latitude as Bordeaux, in sandy volcanic soils, ripening under desert heat broken by wind off the Columbia River.
That pressure builds thick skins and powdery, elegant tannins. Estate fruit, French and American oak, and a little Merlot or Malbec in the blend for mid-palate. Wine Press Northwest named them Washington Winery of the Year in 2016.
Explore the Mercer Family range
Mercer Family Cabernet runs from a weekday Horse Heaven Hills bottle to the estate Cabernet Sauvignon, with a Reserve in between. All estate fruit, all Washington.
| Expression | Type | Proof / ABV | Tasting notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercer Family Horse Heaven Cab 750mL | Cabernet Sauvignon | About 28 proof (13.9 to 14.5% ABV) | Black cherry, plum, cocoa, baking spice, powdery tannin |
| Mercer Family Horse Heaven Cab Res 750mL | Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve | About 28 proof (13.9 to 14.5% ABV) | Deeper oak, brown sugar, dark fruit, longer finish |
| Mercer Family Horse Heaven Merlot 750mL | Merlot | About 28 proof (13.9 to 14.5% ABV) | Ripe plum, soft mid-palate, gentle tannin |
| Mercer Family Horse Heaven Red 750mL | Red Blend | About 28 proof (13.9 to 14.5% ABV) | Cabernet-led blend, blackberry, warm spice |
| Mercer Family Cabernet Sauvignon 750mL | Cabernet Sauvignon | About 28 proof (14.0% ABV) | Blackberry pie, milk chocolate, structured, ageworthy |
| Mercer Family Horse Heaven Sb 750mL | Sauvignon Blanc | About 26 proof (13% ABV) | Citrus, green herb, crisp river-wind acidity |
Staff PicksMercer Family - Cabernet Sauvignon 750mL$45.99Out of stock
WineMercer Family - Horse Heaven Cab 750mL$16.99Out of stock
CabernetMercer Family - Horse Heaven Cab Res 750mL$19.99Out of stock
Red BlendsMercer Family - Horse Heaven Red 750mL$17.99Out of stock
ChardonnayMercer Family - Horse Heaven Chard 750mL$13.99Out of stock
MerlotMercer Family - Horse Heaven Merlot 750mL$15.99Out of stock
Sauvignon BlancMercer Family - Horse Heaven Sb 750mL$13.99Which Mercer Family is right for you?
The Horse Heaven tier is where most people start, and it is priced to keep a case in the house. Mercer Family Horse Heaven Cabernet runs $16.99, the Reserve $19.99, and the Horse Heaven Red blend $17.99. Merlot sits at $15.99 and the Sauvignon Blanc at $13.99. Step up to the estate Mercer Family Cabernet Sauvignon at $45.99 for the structured, barrel-layered version worth decanting. Buy Mercer Family Cabernet online and we will have it ready at the counter in Commack.
$16.99, tannin for a grilled ribeye, no ceremony required.
Estate fruit and oak built to hold; decant 30 minutes now.
$19.99 Reserve brings brown sugar and cocoa to lamb.