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Watchful Maker
Columbia Valley, Washington
Our 90+ point and two-time Gold Medal-winning Columbia Valley Sauvignon Blanc is bright and mouthwateringly fresh
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Watchful Maker
Sauvignon Blanc
The Columbia Valley AVA in Washington State is an incredibly unique spot within the Pacific Northwest wine region. People often assume that because it is famously rainy and cold in Seattle it is also like that across the entire state, but it is the exact opposite actually! Columbia Valley is desert-like in many ways, with only 6-8 inches of rainfall in a season and a continental climate with diurnal temperature shifts of dry, hot days to cooler nights. Grapes that are properly irrigated and require little babysitting during the growing season adore environments of this sort. Sauvignon Blanc thrives in the area, and this wine is a stunning reflection of the quality coming out of the region. With tropical aromas, bright citrus flavors, and white floral notes, this wine is crisp and beautiful. High acidity makes your mouth water for another glass. Perfect for sipping solo after a hot sum ...
ABOUT THIS WINE
Watchful Maker
Sauvignon Blanc
The Columbia Valley AVA in Washington State is an incredibly unique spot within the Pacific Northwest wine region. People often assume that because it is famously rainy and cold in Seattle it is also like that across the entire state, but it is the exact opposite actually! Columbia Valley is desert-like in many ways, with only 6-8 inches of rainfall in a season and a continental climate with diurnal temperature shifts of dry, hot days to cooler nights. Grapes that are properly irrigated and require little babysitting during the growing season adore environments of this sort. Sauvignon Blanc thrives in the area, and this wine is a stunning reflection of the quality coming out of the region. With tropical aromas, bright citrus flavors, and white floral notes, this wine is crisp and beautiful. High acidity makes your mouth water for another glass. Perfect for sipping solo after a hot sum ...
WINE 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.
WINE 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.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Summer Salad, Fresh Vegetables, Spicy Food
Pairs well with…
Summer Salad, Fresh Vegetables, Spicy Food
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Summer Salad, Fresh Vegetables, Spicy Food
Pairs well with…
Summer Salad, Fresh Vegetables, Spicy Food
TASTING NOTES:
Pineapple
Lemon
Mineral
Tropical aromas of pineapple and guava are complemented by bright citrus flavors of lemon-lime and grapefruit. A slight minerality with flavors of wet stone along with a subtle white floral aroma hit the back end of the palate. A crisp acidity shines with every sip.
TASTING NOTES
Pineapple
Lemon
Mineral
Tropical aromas of pineapple and guava are complemented by bright citrus flavors of lemon-lime and grapefruit. A slight minerality with flavors of wet stone along with a subtle white floral aroma hit the back end of the palate. A crisp acidity shines with every sip.
AWARDS:
Watchful Maker
5 TOTAL AWARDS
93 Points, 2020 Harvest Challenge
91 Points, 2021 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
Gold Medal, 2021 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
AWARDS
Watchful Maker
5 TOTAL AWARDS
93 Points, 2020 Harvest Challenge
91 Points, 2021 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
Gold Medal, 2021 San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Watchful Maker
A winemaker's job is never finished. All four seasons are a flurry of activity, be it in the vineyard or the winery. And although every year the cadence may be the same, never are two vintages. It is under the skillful eye and unwavering dedication that the winemaker, the Watchful Maker, represents the best of each unique vintage from select appellations of Washington's winemaking regions.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Watchful Maker
A winemaker's job is never finished. All four seasons are a flurry of activity, be it in the vineyard or the winery. And although every year the cadence may be the same, never are two vintages. It is under the skillful eye and unwavering dedication that the winemaker, the Watchful Maker, represents the best of each unique vintage from select appellations of Washington's winemaking regions.