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| Drinking window: Drink between 2011 and 2016 (based on 15 user opinions) |
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| Community Tasting Notes (average 87.5 pts. and median of 88 pts. in 196 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by RichardZula on 6/14/2020: Initial burst of coconut, followed with mocha, carries over to the palete, with air fruit of black cherry joins in. (1269 views) | | | Tasted by RichardZula on 3/11/2018: Tannins have mostly resolved but a fine structure backing the fruit, plum and black cherry notes. (2034 views) | | | Tasted by redz on 10/19/2017 & rated 90 points: Nice full bodied, smooth cab. pNP. Ageing has treated it well (2189 views) | | | Tasted by BaylinBoy on 1/20/2016 & rated 89 points: big bossy cab - with great body, smooth tannins and typical big red fruit flavor but a nice touch of earth/herb on the nose - still holding up , but probably not much time left (3937 views) | | | Tasted by pavinee.paulsness@gmail.com on 12/15/2015 & rated 90 points: Surprised at how well this developed. Considering the price,it could rate much higher. Really tasty with lot of fruit, wife and I trained that one pretty fast. (4111 views) | | | Tasted by Il Guido on 12/13/2015: Drink now. Berry, light tobacco, dark cherry (3493 views) | | | Tasted by EdKz@comcast.net on 8/26/2015 & rated 89 points: dark, full body, black berry cassiss aromas, dark fruit, licorice flavors, good tannins and acids, excellent qpr (3054 views) | | | Tasted by wtianseter on 6/1/2015 & rated 89 points: Lots of dark berry fruits with a bit of oak and dark cherry. There is a touch of astringence in the middle and a medium tannin and chocolate finish. Good QPR at the $14 I paid (3117 views) | | | Tasted by umichbri on 5/30/2015 & rated 89 points: Very pleasant. Nice balance (1641 views) | | | Tasted by Swajln on 4/23/2015: Ok (1730 views) | | | Tasted by BaylinBoy on 6/27/2014 & rated 89 points: big bold brooding cab., with rendolence of black cherry/currants. very solid bosy and lingering taste. very solid, get your grill on. (3010 views) | | | Tasted by domestic_primate on 4/2/2014 & rated 87 points: Fantastic QPR. (3025 views) | | | Tasted by VinZen on 8/23/2013 & rated 89 points: Tannic and earthy, with a pepper and plum mid-note. The finish is late and subtle, but emerges slowly with vanilla and fig. (4383 views) | | | Tasted by jmull on 8/12/2013 & rated 88 points: Nicely balanced Cab in a lighter, approachable style. Oak/fruit balance is in a very nice place. 88. (4135 views) | | | Tasted by Skidgllfs on 4/27/2013 & rated 88 points: Juicy fruit, could use a little more tannin. (4919 views) | | | Tasted by Manolika on 4/23/2013 & rated 88 points: Drank for Tuesday dinner. Nice with meze but good to drink by its own. Very easy drinking with discrete tannins and lowacidity. The wine looks Ruby colored. The legs are Medium. It smells like Cedar, Black currant (cassis), and Prune. It tastes like Black currant (cassis), Blackberry, Plum, and Light toast. The body is Medium. The wine has Round texture. The wine finishes Medium. (3954 views) | | | Tasted by Tskomro on 3/1/2013 & rated 80 points: Tobacco, blackberry, bold. (4239 views) | | | Tasted by Philman15 on 12/3/2012 & rated 90 points: Quality WA Cab for price range. Dark purple, medium finish, not as acidic as other WA wines. (4749 views) | | | Tasted by Vino Monkeys on 11/20/2012 & rated 90 points: Gets a 90 on value. Dark purple, fruity, but a little less dry than your average cab. Light finish. Good everyday wine and should pair well with food. (4794 views) | | | Tasted by pmccullough17 on 10/13/2012 & rated 86 points: P McCullough: nice everyday drinking wine. Nice fruit but little complexity. Should go with everything. Only negative comment is a residual sweetness. (4796 views) | | | Tasted by Mind Bottling on 8/10/2012 & rated 88 points: Good, consistent wine. I found it to be a smooth/soft fruity drink. I'm not going to search for words here, it's a $14 bottle that you can rely on for everyday drinking. Pair it with a wide range of foods because it doesn't overpower your palate with a dry aftertaste. (6099 views) | | | Tasted by jon fiscus on 6/30/2012: did not know how to remove added wrong wine
(6088 views) | | | Tasted by Petiger on 6/20/2012 & rated 84 points: Almost tasted like grape juice. Too contrived. (5162 views) | | | Tasted by Barrygloec on 6/14/2012 & rated 88 points: Tasted sweeter and didn't have as much bite as I remembered it having. (5129 views) | | | Tasted by Catena012412 on 5/2/2012 & rated 91 points: Strong tannin. Fruity. See public tasting notes. (5321 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| Chateau Ste. Michelle Producer websiteCabernet SauvignonCabernet Sauvignon is probably the most famous red wine grape variety on Earth. It is rivaled in this regard only by its Bordeaux stablemate Merlot, and its opposite number in Burgundy, Pinot Noir. From its origins in Bordeaux, Cabernet has successfully spread to almost every winegrowing country in the world. It is now the key grape variety in many first-rate New World wine regions, most notably Napa Valley, Coonawarra and Maipo Valley. Wherever they come from, Cabernet Sauvignon wines always seem to demonstrate a handful of common character traits: deep color, good tannin structure, moderate acidity and aromas of blackcurrant, tomato leaf, dark spices and cedarwood.
Used as frequently in blends as in varietal wines, Cabernet Sauvignon has a large number of common blending partners. Apart from the obvious Merlot and Cabernet Franc, the most prevalent of these are Malbec, Petit Verdot and Carmenere (the ingredients of a classic Bordeaux Blend), Shiraz (in Australia's favorite blend) and in Spain and South America, a Cabernet – Tempranillo blend is now commonplace. Even the bold Tannat-based wines of Madiran are now generally softened with Cabernet SauvignonUSAAmerican wine has been produced since the 1500s, with the first widespread production beginning in New Mexico in 1628. Today, wine production is undertaken in all fifty states, with California producing 84% of all U.S. wine. The continent of North America is home to several native species of grape, including Vitis labrusca, Vitis riparia, Vitis rotundifolia, and Vitis vulpina, but the wine-making industry is based almost entirely on the cultivation of the European Vitis vinifera, which was introduced by European settlers. With more than 1,100,000 acres (4,500 km2) under vine, the United States is the fourth-largest wine producing country in the world, after Italy, Spain, and France.Washington Washington Wine Commission | Credit to Washingtonwine.org for this article
Washington Wine
Washington State is a premium wine producing region located in the northwest corner of the United States. Although a relatively young wine industry, it is now the nation's second largest wine producer and is ranked among the world's top wine regions. Washington wines are found nationally in all 50 states and internationally in more than 40 countries.
Wineries
With 30,000+ acres planted, the state has ideal geography and conditions for growing premium vinifera wine grapes. Primarily grown on their own root stocks, the vines produce grapes of consistent quality, resulting in strong vintages year after year. While its focus is on Chardonnay, Riesling, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, the region also produces a wide range of other spectacular whites and reds.
Growers
Winemakers from all over the world have chosen to establish themselves in Washington, where they can create wines reflecting this region's unique characteristics. Their hand-crafted wines are receiving wide acclaim from critics regionally, nationally and internationally for their consistently high quality. Many of them have received scores of 90 and above from the major wine media. Overall this is a higher percentage than other leading wine regions.
Regions
As the state's fourth largest fruit crop, the Washington wine industry is an important contributor to the long-term preservation of Washington agriculture. The industry is committed to sustainable agricultural practices and conservation of water resources.
Washington State is a premium wine producing region located in the northwest corner of the United States. Although a relatively young wine industry, it is now the nation's second largest wine producer and is ranked among the world's top wine regions. Washington wines are found nationally in all 50 states and internationally in more than 40 countries.
Varieties
Washington produces more than 20 wine grape varieties - a ratio of 56 percent white to 44 percent red. As the industry matures and experiments, it finds many grape varieties that thrive throughout Washington's microclimates. There are more than 16,000 vineyard acres of red wine varieties statewide.
History & Vintages
Washington's wine future is limitless. As consumers discover the quality of Washington wines, demand continues to grow nationally and internationally. New acreage and wine varietals are being planted and new wineries are opening at a remarkable pace. Washington State is recognized as a premium viticultural region around the world.
State Facts
Washington's wine industry generates more than $3 billion to the state economy. It employs more than 14,000 people, directly and indirectly, with projections to add nearly 2,000 more jobs by 2006. In terms of tax revenues accrued to the state and federal government, wine grapes are among the highest tax generators of any agricultural crops. Furthermore, Washington wine tourism attracts nearly two million visitors annually contributing to the positive growth of local and regional economies.
Washington State - the perfect climate for wine = ideal growing conditions, quality wines, business innovation, lifestyle, and social responsibility. All are key elements of this world-class wine industry.
Vintages
"2008 and even more so 2010 and 2011 were cool, even cold vintages (think: 2002 in the Barossa) without the extreme ripeness, extract and higher alcohol that had become the norm in the state’s post 1995 world. 2008 was manageable but the duo of 2010/2011 nearly caused a “great depression” in Washington State." - Jon RimmermanColumbia Valley Columbia Cascade Winery Association
The Columbia Valley AVA lies mostly in Washington state, with a small section in Oregon. The Cascade Range forms its western boundary with the Palouse regions bordering the area to the east. To the north, the Okanogan National Forest forms a border with the AVA and Canada. It encompasses the valleys formed by the Columbia River and its tributaries, including the Walla Walla River, the Snake River, and the Yakima River. The Columbia valley stretches between the 46th parallel and 47th parallel which puts it in line with the well known French wine growing regions of Bordeaux and Burgundy. The northern latitude gives the areas two more hours of additional daylight during the summer growing season than wine regions of California receive. The volcanic and sandy loam soil of the valley offers good drainage and is poor in nutrients, ideal in forcing the vine to concentrate its resources into the grape clusters.Columbia Valley Columbia Valley Winery Association |
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