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Artist Series

2022 Columbia Valley Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc

Chateau Ste. Michelle Artist Series is a captivating red wine from the renowned Columbia Valley, blending the rich and inviting varietals of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc. The 2022 vintage showcases a full-bodied structure with a balanced acidity that provides a delightful lift to the palate. This wine features prominent fruit intensity, offering vibrant notes of dark berries and cherries that harmonize beautifully with subtle hints of spice and oak. The tannins are firm yet supple, contributing to a luxurious mouthfeel that enhances the overall drinking experience. This exquisite wine is perfectly dry, making it an excellent companion for a variety of dishes, from grilled meats to hearty pasta, and is sure to delight those who seek both elegance and depth in their glass.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Barbecued Ribs, Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats

Region:


Columbia Valley
Columbia Valley

Sheltered by the rain shadow of the Cascade Mountains, Columbia Valley is home to the majority of Washington's vineyards. Cool nights keep zippy acidity in the grapes, while long daylight hours give the fruit plenty of chance to ripen. This results in full-bodied Merlot, elegant Cabernet Sauvignon and deeply concentrated Syrah. White wines are just as tantalizing, with toasty oak-touched Chardonnay and ripe stone fruit-flavored Riesling taking the spotlight. Sub-AVAs to look out for are Yakima Valley and Walla Walla. The Columbia Valley is one of the only appellations in the United States to occupy vineyards in two states, as it crosses the Oregon border in the southern part of the valley.

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