Want wines like this one?

Take our quick quiz to get a selection of bottles matched to your preferences.

Take the Quiz

Reserve

2010 Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

The Hightower Reserve is a captivating red wine hailing from the prestigious Red Mountain region. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot showcases a full-bodied profile, offering a delightful balance of rich flavors and textures. The wine exhibits notable acidity, which elevates its overall vibrancy while accentuating the prominent fruit intensity characterized by dark berry notes and hints of plum. Tannins are firm yet polished, contributing to a structured mouthfeel that promises a great aging potential. The wine presents a dry finish, leaving a lingering impression of sophistication and elegance that pairs well with hearty dishes. With its 2010 vintage, the Hightower Reserve is truly a showcase of the exceptional quality and character that the Red Mountain area is known for.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

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 Ribeye, 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.

Want to discover wines for you?

Take our quiz to see a selection of wines tailored to your tastes.

Take the Quiz