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Gradient

2020 Wahluke Slope Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah

Columbia Winery Gradient is an exquisite red blend from the Wahluke Slope, showcasing the harmonious fusion of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah in its 2020 vintage. This wine delights with a medium-bodied profile, offering a lively and bright acidity that enhances its overall complexity. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring enticing notes of dark berry and plum interwoven with subtle hints of spice and oak. Its smooth tannins provide a soft structure, making it incredibly approachable and food-friendly. The wine is beautifully balanced, leaning towards a dry finish that leaves a refreshing impression on the palate. This vibrant blend captures the essence of its unique vineyard terroir, making it a delightful choice for any occasion.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

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:


Grilled Meats, Barbecued Ribs, 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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