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Reserve

2018 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Columbia Crest Reserve 2018 is a remarkable representation of Cabernet Sauvignon, showcasing the distinctive characteristics of the Columbia Valley. In the glass, it reveals a rich red color that invites you in. On the palate, this wine presents a full-bodied experience, complemented by high acidity, which lends a mouthwatering freshness to each sip. The fruit intensity is prominent, with notes of blackcurrant and dark cherries that dance alongside subtle hints of spices and oak. The tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone that enhances the wine's overall depth and complexity. This Cabernet Sauvignon is dry, making it a fantastic pairing for robust dishes, and it embodies the essence of its region with elegance and sophistication.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

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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