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Barrel Select

2022 Yakima Valley Cabernet Franc

The Wind Rose Cellars Barrel Select from the 2022 vintage is a captivating Cabernet Franc hailing from the renowned Yakima Valley. This red wine showcases a beautiful balance of fruit intensity, offering prominent notes of dark berries and subtle hints of green bell pepper that add a delightful complexity. The body is medium, providing a luscious mouthfeel that engages the palate, while the acidity is bright and zesty, enhancing the overall vibrancy of the wine. Its tannins are smooth and well-integrated, contributing to a refined structure that invites another sip. This Cabernet Franc is delightfully dry, making it a perfect companion for a variety of culinary delights. Overall, it embodies the unique terroir of Yakima Valley while delivering a delightful experience for wine enthusiasts.

Tasting notes:


Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Cedar

Cedar

Region:


Yakima Valley

Washington's Yakima Valley enjoys 300 days of sunshine per year, thanks to the shelter provided by the Cascade Mountains. And although it is dry here, it has the coolest climate in the Columbia Valley. With innovative irrigation and canopy techniques in the vineyards, Yakima Valley is home to nearly a third of Washington's wine production. Bright sunlight and crisp temperatures result in well-balanced wines with complex flavors and mouthwatering acidity. Fresh, creamy Chardonnay and surprisingly floral Rieslings are the main white wines here. There are also some impressively elegant red Bordeaux-style blends and peppery Syrah with a backbone of rich, dark fruit.

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