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Tapteil Vineyard

2003 Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon

The Isenhower Tapteil Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon from the 2003 vintage is an exquisite representation of the renowned Red Mountain region. This full-bodied red wine showcases a rich and inviting color, enticing wine enthusiasts from the very first glance. The wine demonstrates a high level of acidity, providing a refreshing backbone that balances the depth of flavors beautifully. Its fruit intensity is prominent, with luscious notes of dark berries and blackcurrant that envelop the palate. The tannins are notably structured, adding a firm yet elegant framework, while its dryness enhances the wine's overall sophistication. This Cabernet Sauvignon is a true delight, showcasing the exceptional terroir of Red Mountain and promising a remarkable tasting experience.

Tasting notes:


Oak

Oak

Blackberry

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

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

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.

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