The Devona Bacchus Vineyard Merlot is a Washington State red poured by the bottle at Grappa in Seattle’s Queen Anne neighborhood. It is made by Devona, the Walla Walla project of veteran winemaker John Abbott, from the historic Bacchus Vineyard. We pour it for guests seeking a refined, age-worthy Merlot with real Columbia Valley pedigree.

About the Winery

Devona is a Walla Walla, Washington winery led by winemaker John Abbott, who built his reputation over decades crafting Bordeaux varieties in the state. Devona focuses on a small portfolio that includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay, with a long-standing commitment to top single vineyards.

Region & Grape

This Merlot comes from Bacchus Vineyard, one of the historic sites of Washington’s Columbia Valley. Devona has worked with Bacchus for more vintages than any other vineyard, and it has long been a pillar of their Bordeaux-variety program. The wine is aged 19 months in French oak.

Tasting Notes

Expect bramble and dark fruit on the nose and palate, layered with cocoa, vanilla, spice, and a savory hint of tobacco. Time in French oak gives it a rich, polished texture with fine-grained tannins and a long, luxurious finish. It is a dry, full-bodied red.

What to Pair It With

This is a wine for serious plates. Pair it with our American Wagyu Steaks, Lasagna, or Pappardelle Bolognese. See the full dine-in menu for more pairings.

How It’s Served at Grappa

Devona Bacchus Vineyard Merlot is offered by the bottle at $140.

FAQ

Where is Devona Bacchus Vineyard Merlot from?

It is made by Devona in Walla Walla, Washington, from the historic Bacchus Vineyard in the Columbia Valley.

What does Devona Bacchus Vineyard Merlot taste like?

It offers bramble and dark fruit with cocoa, vanilla, spice, and tobacco, a polished texture from 19 months in French oak, and a long finish.

Is Devona Bacchus Vineyard Merlot dry?

Yes. It is a dry, full-bodied red wine with fine-grained tannins, made to drink well now and to age.

Ready to enjoy it? Book a table, browse the full wine list, and see the dine-in menu.