Calchas
Horse Heaven Hills, Washington
Extended hang time yields an exquisite intensity of rich, dark fruit flavors
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Calchas
Cabernet Sauvignon
Calchas translates to "the dark one" and is best interpreted as having a sense of pondering. It's also the perfect way to describe this 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon from Horse Heaven Hills winegrowing region nestled along the southern edge of Washington state and adjacent to the Yakima River. With each sip, allow your mind to wander as you experience a succulent display of concentrated fruit. Ripe and jammy black cherry notes fly overhead while a more profound, darker plum reduction intensifies these sweet fruit flavors mingled with dried violet, plush tannins and an underlying earthiness. The dry, northern climate in Columbia Valley, Washington, allows these thick-skinned grapes to take advantage of a long growing season. As time passes, this fruit ripens undisturbed into early autumn. This allows for the slow progression of rich fruit flavors and pushes harvest back in colder temperature ...
ABOUT THIS WINE
Calchas
Cabernet Sauvignon
Calchas translates to "the dark one" and is best interpreted as having a sense of pondering. It's also the perfect way to describe this 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon from Horse Heaven Hills winegrowing region nestled along the southern edge of Washington state and adjacent to the Yakima River. With each sip, allow your mind to wander as you experience a succulent display of concentrated fruit. Ripe and jammy black cherry notes fly overhead while a more profound, darker plum reduction intensifies these sweet fruit flavors mingled with dried violet, plush tannins and an underlying earthiness. The dry, northern climate in Columbia Valley, Washington, allows these thick-skinned grapes to take advantage of a long growing season. As time passes, this fruit ripens undisturbed into early autumn. This allows for the slow progression of rich fruit flavors and pushes harvest back in colder temperature ...
WINE REGION:
Horse Heaven Hills
Home to multiple 100 point wines, Horse Heaven Hills is nestled in the southeastern corner of Washington and is a hidden jewel amidst the vast landscape of the Pacific Northwest. Primarily known for reds, wines from the region are exciting and vibrant. Vineyards are planted along the banks of the Columbia River and on hillsides ranging from 300 feet to 1800 feet elevation. Despite the proximity to the river, the land is extremely dry. Heavy winds force grapes to work harder for nutrients and as a result, they develop highly concentrated fruit flavors.
WINE REGION
Horse Heaven Hills
Home to multiple 100 point wines, Horse Heaven Hills is nestled in the southeastern corner of Washington and is a hidden jewel amidst the vast landscape of the Pacific Northwest. Primarily known for reds, wines from the region are exciting and vibrant. Vineyards are planted along the banks of the Columbia River and on hillsides ranging from 300 feet to 1800 feet elevation. Despite the proximity to the river, the land is extremely dry. Heavy winds force grapes to work harder for nutrients and as a result, they develop highly concentrated fruit flavors.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Molten Lava Cake, Beef Tenderloin, Cheeseburger
Pairs well with…
Molten Lava Cake, Beef Tenderloin, Cheeseburger
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Molten Lava Cake, Beef Tenderloin, Cheeseburger
Pairs well with…
Molten Lava Cake, Beef Tenderloin, Cheeseburger
TASTING NOTES:
Black Cherry
Plum
Lavender
Concentrated black cherry and juicy dark fruit flavors with a hint of dried floral notes that escape your glass. Sweet and soft tannins round out this full-bodied, lush, lightly sweet Cabernet. This beautifully smooth sipper needs nothing more than a generous pour.
TASTING NOTES
Black Cherry
Plum
Lavender
Concentrated black cherry and juicy dark fruit flavors with a hint of dried floral notes that escape your glass. Sweet and soft tannins round out this full-bodied, lush, lightly sweet Cabernet. This beautifully smooth sipper needs nothing more than a generous pour.
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Calchas
Calchas is an ancient name from Greek mythology with the etymological meaning of "the dark one." This is best interpreted as having a sense of pondering. Calchas, who was also portrayed as a skilled augur, was able to see the future by watching the behavior of birds and hence the skies. This is quite a fitting name for our opulent reds from Washington's premier wine regions. These thought-provoking wines demand a moment of reflection to appreciate each layer of nuance and depth.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Calchas
Calchas is an ancient name from Greek mythology with the etymological meaning of "the dark one." This is best interpreted as having a sense of pondering. Calchas, who was also portrayed as a skilled augur, was able to see the future by watching the behavior of birds and hence the skies. This is quite a fitting name for our opulent reds from Washington's premier wine regions. These thought-provoking wines demand a moment of reflection to appreciate each layer of nuance and depth.