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Stillwater Creek Vineyard

2006 Columbia Valley Sangiovese

The 2006 Novelty Hill Stillwater Creek Vineyard Sangiovese is a captivating red wine hailing from the renowned Columbia Valley. This delightful varietal showcases a medium-bodied profile, elegantly balanced with bright acidity that adds a refreshing zing. The wine presents a pronounced fruit intensity, revealing layers of ripe cherry, red plum, and subtle notes of herbal undertones that highlight its complexity. With finely structured tannins, this Sangiovese offers a smooth mouthfeel, making it approachable yet rewarding. The dryness of this vintage lends itself well to food pairings, enhancing culinary experiences and leaving a lasting impression on the palate.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Region:


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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