A blend of 70% Malbec and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon that is aged for 18 months in 60% new French oak barrels, with grapes coming about 50/50 from the Quintessence and Red Willow vineyards. Wild huckleberry jumps from this dark ruby core, reminding me of being in the mountains of Idaho picking berries as a kid. Secondary notes of mocha, black pepper and crushed black gravel. The palate is a bit spicy, with the fruit taking second fiddle and the secondary characteristics of herbs and spice playing first chair. It has ample acidity, but is just a touch out of balance, however this is still a seriously good wine.
| Rating | Value | Drink |
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| 90 |
$60 |
2021-2027 |
| Country | Region | Appellation |
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| United States |
Washington |
Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley |
| Editor | Issue | Importer |
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| J. Young |
November, 2021 |
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