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96 Cedars

2019 Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Syrah

The Auclair Winery 96 Cedars is a stunning red wine from the renowned Red Mountain region, showcasing a harmonious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec, and Syrah. This 2019 vintage presents a full-bodied profile with pronounced acidity that brings a refreshing lift to each sip. The complexity of fruit intensity captivates the palate, offering delightful notes of dark berries, plum, and subtle hints of spice. Tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone that supports the wine's rich flavors while ensuring age-worthiness. This captivating blend stands out as a versatile choice for various occasions, whether paired with gourmet meals or savored on its own. The dry finish leaves a lingering impression, inviting you to return for another sip.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Roasted Duck, Roasted Lamb

Region:


Washington
Washington

With 18 recognized AVAs, Washington is the second-largest wine-producing state in the United States. Most of these AVAs are located in the east, centered around the valleys of Walla Walla, the Columbia River and Yakima. The grape varieties that thrive here are numerous: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Gris all continue to make increasingly compelling wines. Washington wines thrive in dry, semi-arid conditions far from the Pacific Ocean and are protected from the Pacific Northwest rain shadow by the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges. Washington owes its unique terroir to the historic Missoula Floods, which swept through the region 10,000 years ago, stripping away the earth and replacing it with sandy soils from modern-day Utah, Idaho and Montana.

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