WALLA WALLA VALLEY
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
gourmet pairings
To match the intensity of the
wine's lush dark fruit and firm
integrated tannins, pair it with
herbed, grilled rack of lamb.
The seasoning suits the wine's
spice, rich cocoa, and warm
vanilla notes.
tasting notes
The mountain wine's trademark is an intriguing dance of
intensity and elegance. High-toned aromas of freshly crushed
boysenberries, dark cherries, and forest-floor spice introduce a
dense, tightly wound palate packed with marvelously rich and
concentrated black cherry, boysenberry, and blackberry flavors,
which are enhanced by savory clove, cocoa, and vanilla tones.
winemaker's insight
The winemaker's challenge is to capture the intense mountain
character of the fruit without extracting overly aggressive tannins.
The approach entails constantly monitoring tannin levels in the
wine during fermentation and maceration. Co-fermenting a
portion of the cabernet sauvignon and cabernet franc also helps
to soften the former's tannins and enhance the wine's complexity.
APPELLATION: Walla Walla Valley
COMPOSITION: Cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc
MATURATION: 21 months in French oak
CELLARING: Will delight wine lovers now and over the next decade
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