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| Drinking window: Drink between 2011 and 2018 (based on 4 user opinions) |
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| Community Tasting Notes (average 91.1 pts. and median of 91 pts. in 15 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by kanab ram on 11/29/2021: This was a crowd favorite out of 20+ special bottles we opened over the Thanksgiving week with family and friends. It was even better than I remembered when drank last in 2017 (probably an off bottle). Dark and plush with wonderful balance and minimal signs of age. Still great fruit and a long finish. (471 views) | | | Tasted by BernieMSY on 5/1/2020 & rated 89 points: A bit disappointing once again. Extremely laden with eucalyptus, and anise tones upon decanting, the wine began to yield after 90 minutes of air. (884 views) | | | Tasted by suburbanfrog on 4/8/2018 & rated 92 points: Closed upon opening, but amazingly opened like a blooming flower with time. By the last glass the wine was still improving!!!! (966 views) | | | Tasted by kanab ram on 11/3/2017: This was tight and not giving up much upon initially corking but came alive after an hour and continued to evolve over the course of dinner. Don't be fooled by the lighter visual appearance. The flavors were intense with layered structure. Exceptional. (1199 views) | | | Tasted by Ddub57 on 8/5/2017 & rated 90 points: Opened 2 wines from Sineann '06 - Abobdante and Block One and blind tasted. After 15m of decanter, Abondante was the clear winner - softer nose, more Syrah-like - Block One was strong Oaky and tannins. Block One was more complex and definitely bolder, had the feeling it was heading to a strong finish with a little more time. Was right! They switched spots after about a half hour of opening and got even better. The Abondante also improved - still fantastic but the Block One really opened up. It softened its tones and the bold fruit came forward in a huge way. Wish we had more.. (1198 views) | | | Tasted by Hamersly on 7/6/2016 & rated 94 points: Delicious. Lots of cassis and licorice on the nose, then big fruit, rich and concentrated. My first Block One and certainly the finest Sineann Cab I've enjoyed to date. Best after a long decant or on Day 2. (1271 views) | | | Tasted by BernieMSY on 6/2/2015 & rated 88 points: Dense, fruit forward, dark, and aromatic. Still laden with plenty of tannins. Not bad. Not thrilling. (1302 views) | | | Tasted by Loren Sonkin on 2/27/2015 & rated 91 points: Sineann Block One Cab (02 -12) plus some others (My Home): A bit of a disappointing showing on this one. Perhaps in an off stage. The nose shows a lot of tarragon a some cassis and oak. Nice texture which makes me think there is potential to return to its beauty that it had on release. Lots of tannins. Black licorice. Just not a lot of fruit. It's good, but not at the quality I hoped for. (1608 views) | | | Tasted by wineretriever on 2/9/2015 & rated 88 points: A crowd favorite; full-bodied, fruit forward unabashedly new world in style. Drink now; will not improve. (1015 views) | | | Tasted by SeattlePaul on 12/23/2014 & rated 92 points: Big, bold, but elegant. Decanted 3 hrs, showed really well. Large fruit, but not jammy or over ripe. Complex mid palate with lots of different notes poking out. Always present is the oak, but not obtrusive. Looking forward to more from this in the next couple years. (966 views) | | | Tasted by manonthemoon on 7/18/2011 & rated 91 points: Notes from day 2.
Dark purple to black in color.
Nose of dark blueberry, cassis, a little camphor, graphite, basil.
Palate of black cherry, touch of blueberry, black olive, cedar, and oak spice.
Finsih was long in length and no real alcohol showing today as it did when it heated up last night.
Overall the wine is a big forward wine similar to QC, but not the violets that it brings. I would concur with Loren that the wine is comparable for about 1/2 of the price of the main QC.
Not necessarily my style these days, but if you like em forward then you will love this wine.
Hold or drink: 50+5+12+17+7 (1457 views) | | | Tasted by Loren Sonkin on 7/3/2011 & rated 95 points: Sineann wines and whole bunch of other stuff (Our home): Another wine whose best days are ahead (and the score may improve a point or two). From the Champoux vineyard, this is a Cab made to go the long haul IMO. Wonderful cassis, cedar, black cherry and spice box. For those who love Quilceda, I think this is comparable for $60. Needs at least 5 to 10 more years to really unwind for my tastes, but the crowd gave it lots of oohs and ahhs. There is plenty of oak here, but I think the fruit is there to integrate but it will take some time. (2729 views) | | | Tasted by David_T on 7/1/2011 & rated 92 points: Big nose, somewhat meaty and also a heavy black olive component. Full body of rich dark fruit, very tannic right now but when it settles has the potential to be even better. (1249 views) | | | Tasted by ptklob on 12/23/2008 & rated 92 points: Finally cracked my first of 8 bottles since buying thme in March 2008. Gave it about 2 hours before tasting, was still pretty tight. Old world taste, very bold, paired great with the lamb I had that night. Could still use a lot more time, should inly improve. (1964 views) |
| Sineann 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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