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House Wife

2008 Columbia Valley Red Blend

The Naked Winery House Wife is a delightful red blend from the renowned Columbia Valley, showcasing the exceptional qualities of the 2008 vintage. This wine presents a captivating deep red color that draws you in. On the palate, it exhibits a medium body, with an inviting balance of acidity that ensures a refreshing experience. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring luscious flavors of ripe berries and dark plums that intertwine beautifully. Tannins are well-structured, providing a firm yet approachable mouthfeel, making it an enjoyable choice for both casual sipping and pairing with a variety of dishes. This wine is notably dry, allowing the fruit characteristics to shine while enhancing its overall complexity and elegance.

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

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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