{"title":"Cabernet Franc","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-sm-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabernet Franc is a black grape variety used  all over the world and is sometimes used as a blending grape in Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot wines. Cabernet Franc is used in blends and produce aromas similar to raspberry, bell pepper, cassis, or tobacco. The variation in aroma depends mainly on the region where the grape was grown and the type of wine created. Cabernet Franc is said to have originated in the Libournais region of France in the 17\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century when the vine was brought to the Loire Valley by Cardinal Richelieu. The wine became more popular in the 18\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e and 19\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e centuries. Cabernet Franc  produces a light red wine, and gives stronger grapes a light pepper flavor. This blue and black grape is lighter than Cabernet Sauvignon, although it is very similar. Cabernet Franc gives a lighter flavor compared to its sister, Cabernet Sauvignon, and is often blended with other grape varieties. The grape grows best in sandy soils, although it can adapt easily to different climates. Cabernet Franc is one of the top 20 most planted varieties in the world, and can be found in China, Europe, and Kazakhstan. This thin-skinned grape produces beautiful tones of red and black berries, pepper, violet, and plum. Cabernet Franc is a perfect blend with various poultry dishes, Middle Eastern cuisine, vegetable pizza, or couscous.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chateau-sainte-colombe-cotes-de-castillon-2005","title":"Chateau Sainte Colombe Cotes de Castillon   2005","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tChateau Sainte Colombe Cotes de Castillon is made from 70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. Alcoholic fermentation triggered by indigenous yeast in temperature controlled cement vats. The wine has stayed on the skins for 4 weeks. Malolactic fermentation in barrel. Aged for 15 months in oak barrels with racking every 3 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"One of the least expensive wines from Gerard Perse's three Cotes de Castillon estates, the 2005 Ste-Colombe is unquestionably the softest and most immediately accessible. Its dark ruby color is followed by a concoction of ripe, sweet black currant and cherry fruit, incense, spring flowers, and spice. Drink this richly fruity 2005 over the next 4-5 years.'\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003e- Wine Advocate (April 2008), 88 pts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Moderately saturated medium red. Rather high-toned aromas of cherry, red plum, licorice, herbs and pepper. Bright acidity gives this wine good juicy cut and verve. 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Only the highest quality clusters are retained for fermentation on the skins for up to 40 days, producing optimal color and tannin extraction. This wine was aged 22 months in 75% new oak with a selection of barrels from Taransaud, St. Martin and Ermitage.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003eVintage: \u003c\/b\u003eThe 2005 Pirouette is a wine that reflects the power and structure of an exceptional vintage. While spring temperatures were mild, growing conditions were nearly perfect throughout the summer and fall. Mid-June temperatures were warm, and the heat persisted throughout July and August. Temperatures cooled just enough in September to ripen the grapes completely without rushing physiological maturity resulting in a finished wine with great intensity and ripe, focused flavor.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes: \u003c\/b\u003eThis rich, deeply colored wine offers a broad spectrum of complex aromas including leather and black cherry interwoven with hints of spice, earth and a subtle note of licorice. Supple yet firm tannins on the entry turn rich on the mid-palate to provide a lush mouthfeel across a lengthy finish.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"This is substantial, textural and complex. The toasty new oak flavors are more than matched by rich layers of berries, cassis and black cherries. It glides into a seductive midpalate, adding flavors of dusty cocoa, espresso liquer and toasted grain. It would show quite well against California Meritage-style wines costing twice as much.\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003e- Wine Enthusiast (March 2009), 92 pts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"The 2005 Pirouette features winemakers Agustin Huneeus and Philippe Melka. It is composed of 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 14% Syrah, 5% Malbec, and 4% Cabernet Franc aged for 22 months in 75% new French oak. Saturated purple in color, it offers aromas of wood smoke, earth notes, spice box, plum, black currant, and blueberry.\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003e- Wine Advocate (Issue 177, July 2008), 91 pts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"(a joint project of Agustin Huneeus, Sr. and Philippe Melka; a Bordeaux blend based on 57% cabernet sauvignon) Good bright ruby. Sappy aromas of medicinal black cherry, licorice, espresso and earth. Sweet on entry, then dense and bright in the middle, with lovely purity to its dark fruit flavors. In its fruit component, this one reminded me of a Napa Valley wine. Finishes with powerful, youthfully tough tannins and noteworthy freshness.\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003e- International Wine Cellar (Nov 08), 91+ pts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tFounded by Washington wine pioneer Allen Shoup, Long Shadows Vintners is a collection of ultra-premium wineries comprised of internationally acclaimed winemakers from the major wine regions of the world. Each winemaker is a partner in a unique winery dedicated to producing a single Columbia Valley wine representing a 'best of type' that reflects the winemaker's signature style and the viticultural excellence of Washington State's Columbia Valley.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tThey construct wines in their own style, and with their own complexity, while striving to improve upon their singular benchmarks. Beginning with the 2003 crush, they are crafting signature wines that carry great promise for years to come.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tThey have devoted hundreds of hours sampling the many wines originating from the most important vineyards, and chose those particular vineyards that fit the desired style and type of wines each hopes to create. Grapes from every sub-appellation of the Columbia Valley were selected to take the fullest advantage of the region's individual microclimates and terroirs.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"Long Shadows is the brainchild of Alan Shoup, longtime CEO of Chateau Ste-Michelle. It is a consortium of seven different labels, each with its own star winemaker who has a 25% share in the brand. The concept is that each is dedicated to producing a single Columbia Valley wine representing a best of type that reflects the winemaker's signature style. For the second straight year, every wine in this portfolio has achieved an outstanding rating. 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It is hardly aggressive or excessive, and displays balance and finesse throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Varinelles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948714782767,"sku":"F0EE442005CFM","price":15.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/varinelleslbl.jpg?v=1771482805"},{"product_id":"chateau-bellevue-cotes-de-bordeaux-vieilles-vignes-2009","title":"Chateau Bellevue Cotes de Bordeaux Vieilles Vignes 2009","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tChateau Bellevue Cotes de Bordeaux Vieilles Vignes is made from 65% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc. Aged in mostly new oak barrels (90% French oak and 10% American oak), and some Chateau Haut Brion 2nd Barrels.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"Fresh, delivering tasty plum and linzer torte fruit laced with graphite and spice notes, which give a racy edge to the finish. Drink now through 2012. 4,200 cases made. -JM\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003e- Wine Spectator (May 31st 2011) - 88 pts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Mint and tannins feature in the initial flavor, then it opens out to show delicious blackberry juice fruit. 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Aged in French oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pearmund Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948721827887,"sku":"VA0EE897034CFM","price":21.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/va0ee897034cfm.gif?v=1771482903"},{"product_id":"coussergues-cabernet-franc-2009","title":"Coussergues Cabernet Franc 2009","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tCoussergues Cabernet Franc is made from 100% Cabernet Franc, an unusual grape for the area, but Domaine de Coussergues managed to produce a wine of excellent quality. Lush and ripe cherry and black fruit flavors with a touch of pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coussergues","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948722581551,"sku":"F0EE208020CFM","price":11.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"delille-grand-ciel-2008","title":"DeLille Grand Ciel 2008","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tDeLille Grand Ciel is made from 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot The 2008 Chaleur Estate Red has a restrained nose of black cherry, plum, graphite, vanilla, fresh sage, thyme and white pepper. The palate is complete from front to back, boasting the high pedigree of its venerable vineyard sources along with the balance of the 2008 vintage. In the mouth, the black cherry and plum carry through from the nose augmented with rich notes of vanilla, bittersweet chocolate and espresso powder. This vintage shows the elegant side of Chaleur Estate and it's stunning, for sure. As usual, cellaring will improve this wine for years to come, though it can be hard to resist drinking now.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tGood bright red-ruby. Highly perfumed aromas and flavors of strawberry, spicy oak and rose petal. Suave, silky and floral on the palate, with terrific inner-mouth lift giving the wine a light touch rare for New World cabernet. The win'es compelling perfume carries through to the very long, ripely tannic finish. A beauty.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003eStephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (Nov\/Dec 2011) 94 Points \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe Grand Ciel Vineyard seems to be coming into maturity, and this shows impressive depth and complexity. Infused with flavors of rock and light herb, with hints of stem, anise, coffee and cocoa, it nonetheless remains firmly anchored in ripe black cherry and cassis. This could easily be cellared for 10–15 years. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e93 Points Cellar Selection. 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High-toned evocations of herbal and floral distillates add to the multi-layered, oscillating complexity on a captivating, palate-staining performance, culminating in a positively reverberative finish in which all the stops of the organ are pulled and both feet are pumping the pedals with all their might. To prosaically suggest an admittedly far-from-perfect analogy, this put me in mind of the marriage between a great Pauillac and a Madiran, but with a sense of sheer energy one can seldom derive from either. 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Elegant with spiced cherry, blackberry and boysenberry mingling pleasingly and lingering seductively with a hint of oak, smooth chocolate and mocha on the structured tannins and fine-grained finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamarack Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948736081967,"sku":"W0EE343025CFM","price":25.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"long-shadows-pirouette-library-collection-red-2005","title":"Long Shadows Pirouette \"Library Collection\" Red 2005","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tLong Shadows Pirouette \"Library Collection\" Red 2005 is made from 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot 14% Syrah, 5% Malbec, 4% Cabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Pirouette is a wine made in the vineyards. Philippe works with growers to keep yields below three tons per acres. At harvest, grapes are picked at perfect ripeness, and then sorted by hand at the winery. Only the highest quality clusters are retained for fermentation on the skins for up to 40 days, producing optimal color and tannin extraction. This wine was aged 22 months in 75% new oak with a selection of barrels from Taransaud, St. Martin and Ermitage.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eVintage\u003c\/u\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2005 Pirouette is a wine that reflects the power and structure of an exceptional vintage. While spring temperatures were mild, growing conditions were nearly perfect throughout the summer and fall. Mid-June temperatures were warm, and the heat persisted throughout July and August. 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It would show quite well against California Meritage-style wines costing twice as much.\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t- \u003cu\u003eWine Enthusiast (March 2009)\u003c\/u\u003e, 92 pts\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"The 2005 Pirouette features winemakers Agustin Huneeus and Philippe Melka. It is composed of 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 14% Syrah, 5% Malbec, and 4% Cabernet Franc aged for 22 months in 75% new French oak. Saturated purple in color, it offers aromas of wood smoke, earth notes, spice box, plum, black currant, and blueberry.\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t- \u003cu\u003eWine Advocate (Issue 177, July 2008)\u003c\/u\u003e, 91 pts\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t(a joint project of Agustin Huneeus, Sr. and Philippe Melka; a Bordeaux blend based on 57% cabernet sauvignon) Good bright ruby. Sappy aromas of medicinal black cherry, licorice, espresso and earth. Sweet on entry, then dense and bright in the middle, with lovely purity to its dark fruit flavors. In its fruit component, this one reminded me of a Napa Valley wine. Finishes with powerful, youthfully tough tannins and noteworthy freshness.\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t-\u003cu\u003e International Wine Cellar (Nov 08)\u003c\/u\u003e, 91+ pts\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Long Shadows Vintners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948746043439,"sku":"W0EE864016CSM","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/longshadow_Pirouette.jpg?v=1771483121"},{"product_id":"bressia-monteagrelo-cabernet-franc-2009","title":"Bressia Monteagrelo Cabernet Franc 2009","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBressia Monteagrelo Cabernet Franc 2009 is made from 100 percent Cabernet Franc.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tAged in French and American oak barrels for 15 months. No filtration and no fining. \u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tMonteagrelo Cabernet Franc has beautiful ruby red with purple highlights.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tIt displays aromas of ripe red berries with a nice wood smoke complexity, thanks to the ageing in French oak barrels. The wine has a very good structure, but the tannins are still quite round and integrated. The finish is very long and will allow the wine to be consumed with food, such as grilled meat or cheese.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tProduction in 2009: 2000 bottles\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"Dark red. Sexy, complex nose offers red- and blackcurrant, fresh herbs, flowers, coffee bean, milk chocolate and licorice; distinctly claret-like.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tLively acidity gives energy and lift to the redcurrant and spice flavors. At once intense and pliant, with nothing forced about it. Finishes very long and lively, with smooth tannins and lingering notes of currant, flowers and herbs. 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The name is a play on an artisan printing technique, and on the Bordeaux region of Graves, which features similar blends. Featuring more Merlot and with the addition of Red Mountain fruit, this wine is designed to be more generous and voluptuous in style, while still remaining complex and balanced.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t2010 Gravura – Forward nose of Red Willow fruit, with pencil lead, fresh herbs, espresso powder, and mocha. The palate is focused and generous, with freshening mint and herb notes along with black raspberry, cassis, and mocha flavors. A deliciously complex, balanced wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThe name pays homage to the Graves region of Bordeaux, and the blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot and 6% Cabernet Franc also mimics those wines. Here the grapes are sourced from the Red Willow (Yakima Valley), Bacchus (Columbia Basin) and Klipsun (Red Mountain) vineyards. Supple, with beautifully integrated red fruits, and tannins as soft as a kiss, it’s masterful winemaking from Chris Peterson, who tended the wines of DeLille for many years. - \u003cstrong\u003eWine E\u003cspan class=\"st\"\u003enthusiast \u003c\/span\u003e93 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Avennia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948774649903,"sku":"W0EE327001BLL","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/Avennia_Gravura_bottle.png?v=1771483452"},{"product_id":"keermont-red-blend-2011","title":"Keermont Red Blend 2011","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tKeermont Red Blend 2011 l is made from 49% Merlot, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc, 6% Syrah.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tThe specially selected parcels of grapes from their best vineyards were gently and naturally vinified before spending 20 months in second fill French oak barrels. Bottling was carried out by hand without any fining or filtration. 70 six packs imported.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tReview:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tAlex felt that the 2010 Keermont did not reach the standard required and so declassified the crop. The 2011 Keermont is a blend of 49% Merlot, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc and 6% Syrah matured for 24 months in French barrels of which 20% is new. It offers lovely brambly black fruit on the nose with touches of black currant pastilles emerging with time. The oak is very well-integrated and complements rather than dominates the fruit and with time, there is just a suggestion of cocoa emerging. The palate is succulent on the entry with lavish spicy black fruit. It is very harmonious and suave with a caressing, voluminous finish that lingers long in the mouth, with white pepper and fennel notes lending complexity. Lovely! Drink now-2018. \u003cstrong\u003eWine Advocate #209 Oct 2013 93 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keermont Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948777107503,"sku":"SA0EE245010BRL","price":44.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/keermontredblend.jpg?v=1771483533"},{"product_id":"quilceda-creek-red-wine-2010","title":"Quilceda Creek Red Wine 2010","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tQuilceda Creek Red Wine - 2010 is made from 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc, 1% Malbec,\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tVineyards: Champoux, Discovery, Galitzine, Klipsun, Palengat, Taptiel\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tThe Quilceda Creek 2010 Columbia Valley Red Wine is a blend of declassified lots that didn't make it into our flagship wines. Having this strict selection allows our best wines to compete at the highest level on a global scale. The resulting wine is filled with black cherry fruit, star anise, roasted herbs, cedar, vanilla and minerals. This blend of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec will best be enjoyed over the next 15 years.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"A superb entry level effort that has not only layers of fruit and texture, but solid back-end structure, the 2010 Red Wine is a declassified blend of mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, yet has 15% Merlot and a splash of Malbec, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc [sic] in there as well. Up-front, perfumed and intense, it offers up spice-laced red and black fruits, toast, cedar, vanilla and hints of chocolate to go with a full-bodied, mouth-filling and voluptuously textured palate. Lacking the polish and elegance that can be found in this estate's upper tier efforts, it nevertheless has superb fruit, ripe tannin and serious length. Enjoy it while you wait for this estate's other wines to mature. Drink now-2020.\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t- Wine Advocate (Jeb Dunnuck, Issue #207, June 2013), \u003cstrong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e92 pts.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quilceda Creek Vintners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948778123311,"sku":"W0EE161010BRL","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"siegel-reserve-red-blend-2012","title":"Siegel Reserve Red Blend 2012","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tAlcohol: 14%\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tTA: 5.2 grams \/ Liter\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tRS\/ 2.0 grams \/ Liter\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tHarvest: by hand (30 day harvest window)\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tSiegel Reserve Red Blend 2012 is made from 50% Syrah, 30% Carmenere, 10% Cabernet Franc and 10% Petit Verdot.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tVinification: Pre-fermenting cold maceration for five days, alcoholic fermentation at 26-28 C to obtain color and structure. Post fermentation maceration of two to three weeks according wine tasting and then the wine is separated from the skins. The wine ends its malolactic fermentation in tank.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tAgeing: 8 to 10 months in American and French Oak\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tSiegel Reserve Red Blend 2012 presents with deep ruby color. Intense aromas of black fruits, white pepper, spices and a hint of clove. The blend of four varieties gives a complex, deep wine with juicy tannins, good volume and very balanced.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tFood pairings: Paella, Confit de Canard (duck confit) and pastas.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tReview:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tOpaque red. The 1234 Red Wine blend of 50% Syrah, 30% Carmenere, 10% Cabernet Franc, and 10% Petit Verdot displays a spicy, herbal nose and a velvet smooth feel in the mouth with good depth of flavor.\u003cstrong\u003e-International Wine Review 90 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Siegel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948778516527,"sku":"CH0EE186103BRL","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/siegelredblend.jpg?v=1771483567"},{"product_id":"tamarack-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-2011","title":"Tamarack Cabernet Franc Columbia Valley 2011","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tTamarack Cabernet Franc 2011 is made from 100% Cabernet Franc.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t40% new French oak with the remaining half older French oak.  Select barrels from the best forests of Taransaud, Millet, Vicard, Boutes, Dargaud and Jaegle coopers.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tCrushed gently and dropped by gravity into 1.5 ton bins, cold soaked 72 hours, then inoculated with a variety of yeasts, hand punched and pressed directly to barrel where the wine finished both primary and secondary fermentations.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tGlorius vintage with wonderful weather conditions for normal production of low tonnages equaling delicious, balanced and succulent fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tTamarack Cabernet Franc 2011 is elegant with spiced cherry, blackberry and boysenberry mingling pleasingly and lingering seductively with a hint of oak, smooth chocolate and mocha on the structured tannins and fine-grained finish.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"Looking at the 2010s from bottle and a great value, the 2010 Cabernet Franc is a 100% varietal blend that comes from the Weinbau, Ciel du Cheval and Tapteil Vineyards. Aged in 40% new French oak, it offers plenty of toasty red and black fruits, pepper, underbrush and liquid flower-like aromas that give way to a medium to full-bodied, beautifully fresh and focused palate. Elegant and polished, it packs a solid punch of tannin on the finish and will benefit from short-term cellaring. It will have 7-8 years or more of longevity. - JD\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t- Wine Advocate (Issue# 207, June 2013),\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 91 pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamarack Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948779499567,"sku":"W0EE343030CFM","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/Tamarack_CabFranc_label_HQ.jpg?v=1771483587"},{"product_id":"delille-d2-2011","title":"DeLille D2 2011","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\r\n\tDeLille D2 2011 is a blend of Merlot 56.5%, Cabernet Sauvignon 34%, Cabernet Franc 6.5%, Petit Verdot 2%\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"Section1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"Section1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\r\n\tA layered vintage of D2 expressing a fruit-driven nose of blueberries, cassis, and cherries along with lavender, cigar wrappers, toasted vanilla, crushed stones and pencil shavings. The flavors have a harmonious combination of red and black fruits with blackberries and cherries leading the profile. The majority of characters, however, are all about spices:  fennel, white pepper, Herbs de Province, cinnamon, graham and a touch of menthol. Definitely a complex D2 that is delicious, savory and balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DeLille Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948793065519,"sku":"W0EE162014BLL","price":41.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"tamarack-ciel-du-cheval-vineyard-reserve-2009","title":"Tamarack Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Reserve 2009","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Half Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest equal measures Merlot and Cabernet Franc, the Tamarack 2009 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Reserve displays a strongly black tea-like combination of smokiness and tannic chew, allied to very ripe, lightly cooked cassis, elderberry, and (oddly enough but stimulatingly) rhubarb. Any tendency for this prime Red Mountain fruit to go overboard in sheer ripeness or to rear too formidable a tannic head is neutralized by the sheer energy and tart-edged primary juiciness that Coleman has managed to capture and that proudly proclaim “Advantage Washington!” Iodine, salt and stone add savory intrigue to a long, rich yet vibrant finish. Look for ten or a dozen years of impressive, persistently sensually-rewarding evolution. - DS\"\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t- \u003cu\u003eWine Advocate (Issue#204, December 2012),\u003c\/u\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e94 pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan itemprop=\"reviewBody\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.600000381469727px;\"\u003eRichly aromatic, on the strength of the nose alone this could pass for something from Napa’s Rutherford Bench. The blue and purple fruit notes and dusty tannins all say California, but the laser-like definition, minerality and natural acidity prove it’s Washington fruit all the way. Strikingly dense and complex, with decades of life ahead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-footer\" style=\"margin: 0.5em 0px 0px 1em; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.600000381469727px;\"\u003e\r\n\t— (\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/buyingguide.winemag.com\/issues\/2014\/3\/1\" style=\"color: rgb(53, 46, 27); text-decoration: none; line-height: 1.2em; cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600;\" title=\"Reviews from this Issue\"\u003e3\/1\/2014\u003c\/a\u003e) —WE \u003cspan itemprop=\"reviewRating\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Rating\"\u003e93\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tTamarack Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Reserve 2009 is made from 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tCrushed gently and dropped by gravity into 1.5 ton bins, cold soaked 72 hours, then inoculated with a variety of yeasts, hand punched and pressed directly to barrel where the wine finished both primary and secondary fermentations.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tCiel du Cheval Vineyard located in the Red Mountain Appellation was the first vineyard planted on Red Mountain in 1975. Owner Jim Holmes farms the vineyard on this revered site and credits the success of Ciel du Cheval, which is French for Horse Heaven, to “dirt and climate, climate and dirt.”\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tThe wine spent 22 months on 75% new French oak with the remaining 25% second vintage French oak. 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The palate is medium bodied in weight with blackcurrants, spice and forrest floor undertone finish. The wine has long silky tannins that you would expect to find in a wine made from Bordeaux varietals.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tThe fruit was harvested at night. Fermentation was carried out in a variety of small capacity fermenters. After pressing the parcels were filled to French oak for maturation. The wine was racked after six months and the parcels were blended to form the final wine.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"The impressive 2011 Shotfire Quartage is composed of 43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Cabernet Franc, 12% Malbec and 12% Merlot. Excellent aromas of creme de cassis, espresso bean, chocolate and menthol jump from the glass of this medium to full-bodied effort. Excellent purity as well as personality and a spicy, moderately long finish suggest it can be drunk over the next 2-3 years.\"\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (Issue #208, August 2013)\u003cstrong\u003e, 90 pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948793360431,"sku":"A0EE294132SZL","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/shotfire_quartage.jpg?v=1771483604"},{"product_id":"landes-cuvee-tradition-lussac-saint-emilion-2010","title":"Landes Cuvee Tradition Lussac Saint Emilion 2010","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eLandes Cuvee Tradition Lussac Saint Emilion 2010 is made from 80% merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tYield : 55hl \/ hectares.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tGrape picking: harvest by machine.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tVats: Stainless steel thermoregulated and computerized.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tFermentation: 45 to 50 days with a final 35°C warm steeping.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tWinemaking: concrete vats equipped with a micro bubble system (Micro-oxygenation).\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tAgeing: 14 months.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tAnnual production: 170 000 bottles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eColor: deep ruby intense color\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tAroma: racy and aromatic nose with aromas of ripe red fruit\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tTaste: this wine is silky, round and smooth first taste, with aromas of raspberries, and blackcurrant, powerful and complex finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003ePowered by considerable tannins, this Merlot-based wine is firm and concentrated. Its fruit shows intense black plum skin and berry flavors that push through the dark structure. It’s a rich wine that needs time. Drink from 2018.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e-Wine Enthusiast (May 2014), 91 pts + Editor's choice \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau des Landes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948793753647,"sku":"F0EE326000BLL","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/Landes_labelHQ.jpg?v=1771483622"},{"product_id":"trione-geyserville-red-blend-alexander-valley-2009","title":"Trione Geyserville Red Blend Alexander Valley 2009","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tTrione Geyserville Red Blend Alexander Valley 2009 is made with 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 11% Petit Verdot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 4% Malbec.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tWinemaking:\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tWe fermented each variety separately in small, open top vessels. To extract maximum color and flavor, we used a gentle irrigation device that circulated free-run juice over the cap during the peak of fermentation. The wine aged in French oak barrels (50% new) for eighteen months from coopers Taransaud, Vicard and TW Boswell.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tTechnical Analysis:\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tAlc: 14.9%\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tTA g\/L ---\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tpH ---\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tML g\/L ---\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tVA g\/L ---\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tRS g\/L ---\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tWinemaker Notes:\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tAromas of black currants, plums, and sage foretell the rich flavors of this wine. On the palate the wine is deep and layered, the fruit flavors supported by integrated oak and fine tannins. The solid structure and abundant fruit suggest this wine will age well for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trione","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948794638383,"sku":"C0EE306007BLM","price":34.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/trioneredblend.jpg?v=1771483641"},{"product_id":"buty-wildebeest-red-blend-2011","title":"Buty Wildebeest Red Blend 2011","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tButy Wildebeest Red Blend 2011 is made from  77% Syrah,  14% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tBEAST is the alter ego of Buty. The mercurial nature of our BEAST wines allows us the freedom to explore new varietals, new vineyards and new blends beyond the classic Buty portfolio. Made with a clear vision and voice, these wines have developed their own faithful following. Our Wildebeest is available nationally in fine restaurants and wine shops.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tLair of the BEAST: A denizen of the Columbia Valley, the 2011 Wildebeest roams far and wide. This vintage was predominantly raised in the Horse Heaven Hills on the slopes of Phinny Hill Vineyard and nearby Champoux Vineyard. It was also reared at River Rock Vineyard and our own Rockgarden Estate in the Walla Walla Valley.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tSeason of the BEAST: Though the 2011 growing season started with a cool, damp spring, this presented no significant issues in the vineyards, other than to delay budbreak and flowering. A cool summer with no heat events afforded abundant hangtime, and allowed the grapes to ripen slowly and evenly, while retaining excellent acidity. In 2010, these factors combined to create BEASTs of noble stature and noteworthy complexity.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tWinemaking: Our 2011 Wildebeest was blended from 77% Syrah, 14% Cabernet Sauvignon and 9% Cabernet Franc, with each lot fermented and aged separately in the finest French oak for 20 months. In order to allow the Wildebeest to display its native fruit and spice character, the barrels were generally older (from two to five years). However, approximately 25% was aged in larger-format puncheons, with one puncheon being new. Overall, the new oak is 7%. The alcohol content is 14%.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tNotes Upon Encountering the Wildebeest: Our 2011 Wildebeest displays purity and power, with firm tannins, enticing aromatics and a creamy texture. 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Hot days, cool nights and plentiful sun stuck around all summer and throughout harvest. This weather allowed for leisurely ripening which permitted long hang times producing balanced and elegant wines.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e Deceptively sweet aromas of strawberries, raspberries and rose petals. The flavors are dark, rich, lusciously mouthwatering, with cherries, boysenberries, tart plum skins, hints of leather, sweet pipe tobacco, and coffee beans. The tannins are firm, but not a bit edgy and the finish lingers with just a touch of anise. 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With more Merlot in the blend and the addition of Red Mountain fruit, this wine is designed to be more generous and voluptuous in style, while still remaining complex and balanced.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e2011 Gravura: A dark, glass-staining wine, with aromas of black cherry, cassis, mocha and cigar box. The palate is round and plush with crème de cassis, raspberry, rich chocolate and minerals. A truly delicious food-friendly wine that will age nicely for another 5-8 years\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003e\r\n\t\u003chr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eReview:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eGood news for the growing legion of admirers of this young winery—production of the Gravura has more than doubled in this vintage. It’s a classy, sophisticated wine with a clear target—the style of wine made in the Graves region of Bordeaux. Done with native ferment (no inoculation), the overall harmony of tart berry\/cassis fruit, minerals, bright acidity and bourbon barrel highlights is exceptional. \u003cstrong\u003e92 Points Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Avennia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948799193135,"sku":"W0EE327004BLL","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/Avennia_Gravura_bottle_b945dc78-5c09-4319-84cc-768b7a34cee4.png?v=1771483745"},{"product_id":"avennia-sestina-red-blend-2011","title":"Avennia Sestina Red Blend 2011","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eAvennia Sestina Red Blend 2011 is made from 72% Cabernet Sauvignon 19% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThe Sestina is an ancient form of poetry from Medieval France. Just as a modern poet can fill this form with new expressions, we use the traditional  Bordeaux blend to express Washington. Sestina is our vision for an old vine, complex blend where all of the components complement each other. This wine is designed for the cellar, so the emphasis is on structure, balance, and complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e2011 Sestina: Jumps from the glass with penetrating aromas of deep black fruits, vanilla, saddle leather, jasmine and wet stone. This year’s Sestina is broad- complex with black and blue fruits, bitter chocolate, fresh loam, and lava rocks. A paean to old-vine Washington terroir with many years of enjoyment to give.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e“More firma and structure, the 2011 Sestina is one of the few 2011s that will benefit from short-term cellaring…it offers medium to full-bodied richness, a stacked mid-palate and integrated acidity to go with plenty of currant, blackberry, charcoal and smoked-earth aromas and flavors. Give it another 2-3 years and plan on drinking bottles through 2026.” \u003cstrong\u003eRobert Parker 93+ Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e(72% cabernet sauvignon, 19% merlot and 9% cabernet franc; from 25- and 40-year-old vines, respectively, in Bacchus and Red Willow vineyards; aged in 70% new oak):  Good deep medium ruby.  Dark berries on the nose, complicated by coffee, earth and some smoky oak.  Broad, plush and seamless, showing terrific energy and depth to the cassis and fresh herb flavors.  Deep, tactile wine with a compelling sweetness.  Really spreads out to saturate the palate on the very long, suavely tannic finish.  Chris Peterson describes the Sestina as a \"long-term wine.\" \u003cstrong\u003e92+ Points | International Wine Cellar , November\/December 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Avennia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948799225903,"sku":"W0EE327005BLL","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/sestina2011.png?v=1771483745"},{"product_id":"tamarack-cabernet-franc-2012","title":"Tamarack Cabernet Franc 2012","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tTamarack Cabernet Franc 2012 100% Cabernet Franc.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t40% new French oak with the remaining half older French oak.  Select barrels from the best forests of Taransaud, Millet, Vicard, Boutes, Dargaud and Jaegle coopers.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tCrushed gently and dropped by gravity into 1.5 ton bins, cold soaked 72 hours, then inoculated with a variety of yeasts, hand punched and pressed directly to barrel where the wine finished both primary and secondary fermentations.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tGlorius vintage with wonderful weather conditions for normal production of low tonnages equaling delicious, balanced and succulent fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tElegant with spiced cherry, blackberry and boysenberry mingling pleasingly and lingering seductively with a hint of oak, smooth chocolate and mocha on the structured tannins and fine-grained finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamarack Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948802568239,"sku":"W0EE343039CFM","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/Tamarack_CabFranc_label_HQ_7787dba9-8b52-402a-8800-2dea41f3dd3d.jpg?v=1771483823"},{"product_id":"suau-cotes-de-bordeaux-rouge-2010","title":"Suau Cotes de Bordeaux Rouge 2010","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eThe wine is made from 60% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tThe grapes are destemmed then sorted on a table in the cellar. Cold maceration before fermentation in thermo regulated stainless steel tanks with pumping over and punching of the cap.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tWith its ruby color, the wine offers notes of liquorice, cherries jam and toast. It’s full-bodied, fleshy, ample and well balanced. Serve at 16°-18°C. To go along with poultry and cheese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\"Warm and rich, the wine from vineyards on the slopes above Cadillac have the structure of the vintage along with the ripe, blackberry fruits. 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There is also an intriguing element reminiscent of a toasty, flaky piecrust to the wine along with pepper and cocoa aromas. On the palate, the complexity continues with the addition of raspberries, red currants, cedar, pie cherries reinforced with more plums, anise and cocoa. Every sip is wrapped in accessible and savory tannins. 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Conner Lee is a cool site in a warm, sunny region of Washington. In this eastern Washington desert, the hot summer ripens the fruit, while the diurnal temperatures keep the acids high and the pH low. Buty has bottled a blend of merlot \u0026amp; cabernet franc since 2000, our inaugural vintage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Harvest: Experience gained from the cool 2010 vintage proved\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tinvaluable in the even cooler 2011 vintage. In the vineyard, we did extensive\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tpruning and fruit drops to further limit an already small crop. This allowed the\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tvines to focus on ripening the remaining grapes. As a result, we saw some of our smallest yields ever, but achieved full ripeness and the elimination of all green character. Merlot was harvested on October 24th, with cabernet franc coming in on October 27th.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eWinemaking: We hand-sorted and destemmed with gravity transfer to tank,\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\twhich allowed us to preserve the fruit's abundant aromatics. We aerated during fermentation in wood tanks for two weeks and selected only free-run wine to blend. The wines were aged 15 months in Taransaud and Bel Air French Château barrels, one-third of which were new, with minimal racking. The final wine was blended just prior to bottling in January 2013, with an alcohol of 13.9%.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eTasting Notes: While the majority of this blend is merlot, the intensity of the\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tcabernet franc in 2011 is amazing. Not only does it add a vivid floral component to the wine, but it brings a rare blueberry note that underscores the dark berry and jam aromas of the merlot. New oak aging for select lots contributes citrus and cinnamon spice layers, with cool vintage acidity adding poise and precision. The mid-palate is juicy and rich, with plush tannins that lead to a long, sophisticated finish, with hints of blackberry, brioche and spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buty Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948804632623,"sku":"W0EE207021BRL","price":36.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/buytcabmerlot.jpg?v=1771483852"},{"product_id":"sbragia-andolsen-cabernet-sauvignon-2010","title":"Sbragia Andolsen Cabernet Sauvignon 2010","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wine\" id=\"accolades-actual-results\" style=\"margin-bottom: 1.4em; color: rgb(90, 90, 90); font-family: Lato, sans-serif; font-size: medium; line-height: 22.399999618530273px;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cdiv class=\"accolade-item\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003ch4 style=\"font-weight: normal; font-size: 1em; line-height: 1.5em; font-family: Garamond, Vollkorn, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; color: rgb(135, 104, 58); margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\tRated 92\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\t\tAntonio Galloni, WINE ADVOCATE\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\t\tJune 2013\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\t\t“...utterly impeccable from start to finish. Firm mountain tannins provide the backdrop as this expressive, powerful wine gradually reveals its personality. Iron, tobacco and licorice notes dominate, while the fruit takes a little longer to become evident. With time in the glass, the wine gets better and better, as sweet floral notes and an attractive upper register opens up. Still, this remains a fairly bold, muscular Cabernet Sauvignon that could use another handful of years in the cellar.”\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\t\tRated 90\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\t\tSteve Heimoff, WINE ENTHUSIAST\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\t\tJune 2013\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\t\tMade in Sbragia’s muscular style, a ripe, flashy wine, with briary blackberry, currant, mocha and oak flavors. The tannins are strong but soft, and the overall impression is complex. Fine now with steak, barbecue, but should gain bottle complexity over the next 5–6 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\t\tVineyard\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\tI buy these grapes from Dr. Andolsen, our long-time friend (over 20 years) and family doctor. His vineyard is on the west side of Dry Creek in the rolling hills of the coastal range in Sonoma County, and he always allows me to select grapes from my favorite blocks. It’s a great piece of land and the wine it makes offers an elegant, yet ripe, rich cherry characteristic that I always associate with this appellation.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\tVintage\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\tRainfall returned after three dry years, pushing bud break, flowering and fruit-set back by at least two weeks at the front end of the growing season. Fortunately the cloud cover meant there was no frost damage in 2010. The summer brought cooler than normal temperatures, and this coupled with unexpected heat spikes in late summer resulted in a late and shortened harvest with lower yields. Cooler than average temperatures returned again in early September but gave way to a warm and consistent Indian summer that was just the ticket, bringing good flavor and color development to grapes across the board.\r\n\t\t\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\t\tWinemaking\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\t\tI believe in taking a minimalist approach to this wine in order to preserve the rustic qualities that I love about Dry Creek Cabernet. The 2010 Andolsen Cabernet Sauvignon was aged for 18 months in 100% French oak barrels, imparting cedar and brown spice aromas and flavors and supple tannins. The wine underwent malolactic fermentation which softened the tannins and contributed to a rich, lengthy finish. 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