The 2009 Cole Solare offers up a rich and incredibly perfumed aromas of ripe raspberries, creme de cassis and oak. On the palate this offers a gorgeous velvery texture having flavors of cassis, blackberry and smoke. Today, the wines is a bit tannic and slightly shut down, but it shows tons of promise and judging from the track record at Col Solare, this will be a monster in about two years. 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 2% Malbec. (Best 2017-2030) - July, 2015 (OB)
Wine Specifications
- Report Date: July, 2015
- Producer: Col Solare
- Vintage: 2009
- Drinking Window: 2017-2030
- Estimated Value: $85
- Country: United States
- Region: Washington State
- Appellation: Columbia Valley
- Importer: Ste. Michelle Wines