Comprised of 92% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8% Merlot, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Cut Bank Estate from Walla Walla Vintners is straight up fantastic juice. Spending 18 months in 90% new French oak, and an additional 10 months in 50% new French oak, this comes out of its corner swinging. Inky in color and giving off slight cherry on the nose, you are met by a silky, decadent, and mouth coating tannic structure that welcomes you to the party. Ripe plum, marionberry, and concentrated anise are present on entry, while faint black cherry pipe tobacco comes around mid-palate. Balanced, smooth and decadent, bakers’ chocolate escorts you to a 45 second finish that completes the elegant and hedonistic experience. Drink this standout wine anytime over the next 20 years. Bravo to winemaker Derrek Vipond on this outstanding wine.
| Rating | Value | Drink |
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| 95 |
$80 |
2023-2043 |
| Country | Region | Appellation |
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| United States |
Washington |
Columbia Valley |
| Editor | Issue | Importer |
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| R. Geresi |
March, 2023 |
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