Curioture
Rattlesnake Hills, Washington
Optimal ripeness and notable age shape this enticing blend
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Curioture
Cabernet Sauvignon–Merlot–Petite Sirah
Curioture invites us into the mind of the winemaker with this complex Bordeaux-style blend. Each varietal displays distinctive characteristics, contributing to a dense flavor profile with dark fruit flavors, noteworthy textures, and prominent oak influence. In the arid climate of Rattlesnake Hills, Washington, a mountainous landscape provides vines with reliable access to sunlight while protected from cooling winds and damaging frost. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petite Sirah ripen well into autumn as they develop concentrated flavors. After carefully considering flavor profile and structure, the winemaking team blended them together with 50 percent Cabernet Sauvignon and 44 percent Merlot; Petite Sirah rounded out the balance of this blend. Extensive oak aging shaped the nuance and finesse of the final wine. The intention and artistry behind each sip make this bottle deserving of ...
ABOUT THIS WINE
Curioture
Cabernet Sauvignon–Merlot–Petite Sirah
Curioture invites us into the mind of the winemaker with this complex Bordeaux-style blend. Each varietal displays distinctive characteristics, contributing to a dense flavor profile with dark fruit flavors, noteworthy textures, and prominent oak influence. In the arid climate of Rattlesnake Hills, Washington, a mountainous landscape provides vines with reliable access to sunlight while protected from cooling winds and damaging frost. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petite Sirah ripen well into autumn as they develop concentrated flavors. After carefully considering flavor profile and structure, the winemaking team blended them together with 50 percent Cabernet Sauvignon and 44 percent Merlot; Petite Sirah rounded out the balance of this blend. Extensive oak aging shaped the nuance and finesse of the final wine. The intention and artistry behind each sip make this bottle deserving of ...
WINE REGION:
Rattlesnake Hills
A small sub-region in the north of Yakima Valley, Rattlesnake Hills is a relatively new AVA. It has gained recognition for its finely balanced Riesling and Chardonnay and its structured Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. The key is its hilly topography, with vineyards sitting at average elevations of 850 feet. The vines here enjoy better sun exposure and improved airflow than those in the valley below, helping the grapes stay healthy through the long growing season. With broad day and night temperature variations, wines from Rattlesnake Hills are increasingly in demand for their elegance.
WINE REGION
Rattlesnake Hills
A small sub-region in the north of Yakima Valley, Rattlesnake Hills is a relatively new AVA. It has gained recognition for its finely balanced Riesling and Chardonnay and its structured Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. The key is its hilly topography, with vineyards sitting at average elevations of 850 feet. The vines here enjoy better sun exposure and improved airflow than those in the valley below, helping the grapes stay healthy through the long growing season. With broad day and night temperature variations, wines from Rattlesnake Hills are increasingly in demand for their elegance.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Beef Bolognese, Sharp Cheese, Rack of Lamb
Pairs well with…
Beef Bolognese, Sharp Cheese, Rack of Lamb
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Beef Bolognese, Sharp Cheese, Rack of Lamb
Pairs well with…
Beef Bolognese, Sharp Cheese, Rack of Lamb
TASTING NOTES:
Blackcurrant
Balsamic
Chocolate
A mature nose offers potent aromas of cigar box, whiskey, leather, and cocoa. On the palate, Cabernet Sauvignon provides a tannic structure that supports Merlot’s plushness and body. Ripe blackcurrant flavors give way to balsamic reduction, while Petite Sirah emphasizes a lingering, fruity finish.
TASTING NOTES
Blackcurrant
Balsamic
Chocolate
A mature nose offers potent aromas of cigar box, whiskey, leather, and cocoa. On the palate, Cabernet Sauvignon provides a tannic structure that supports Merlot’s plushness and body. Ripe blackcurrant flavors give way to balsamic reduction, while Petite Sirah emphasizes a lingering, fruity finish.
AWARDS:
Curioture
3 TOTAL AWARDS
Silver Medal, 2023 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2022 Denver International Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2022 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
AWARDS
Curioture
3 TOTAL AWARDS
Silver Medal, 2023 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2022 Denver International Wine Competition
Silver Medal, 2022 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Curioture
Curioture calls out to the curious. Those who get caught examining the cogs of a machine in hopes of figuring out how it works. People with a passion for the nitty-gritty, who don't shy away from more information. This curated collection focuses on how the unique details of a region's terroir combine with a winemaker's carefully calculated decisions. With every sip, we invite you to quench your thirst for knowledge as you discover exquisite wines from brilliant minds across the globe.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Curioture
Curioture calls out to the curious. Those who get caught examining the cogs of a machine in hopes of figuring out how it works. People with a passion for the nitty-gritty, who don't shy away from more information. This curated collection focuses on how the unique details of a region's terroir combine with a winemaker's carefully calculated decisions. With every sip, we invite you to quench your thirst for knowledge as you discover exquisite wines from brilliant minds across the globe.