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Oregon Trail Wine

2004 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot

Echo Ridge Cellars Oregon Trail Wine is an exceptional red blend that brilliantly showcases the diverse character of the Columbia Valley. Composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, this wine represents a harmonious marriage of varietals, each contributing its unique attributes to the final profile. The wine presents a medium-bodied structure, with a fine balance of liveliness and depth that makes it remarkably approachable. Its acidity is bright and refreshing, perfectly complementing the prominent fruit notes of dark berries and cherries. The tannins are notable yet refined, providing a solid backbone that enhances the overall experience without overpowering the palate. This wine offers a dry sensation, allowing the rich flavors to shine through while leaving you craving another sip. Echo Ridge Cellars has created a delightful expression of the 2004 vintage that is sure to impress both novices and connoisseurs alike.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Color Intensity Color Intensity 4

Low High

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Oak Oak 3

Low High

Spiciness Spiciness 1

Low High

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

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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