2013 Lauren Ashton Cellars Cuvée Estelle

Estate: Lauren Ashton Cellars
Region: Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States of America
Vineyards: Dineen, Stillwater Creek, Quintessence, Weinbau, Upland, and Les Collines Vineyards

Tasting Note:February 27, 2017

Medium to deep ruby red. A bit savory on the nose with dark cocoa, black cherries and dark gravel. Moderate tannins (5.5/10) and medium bodied. Attack is straight blueberry cola before adding layers of dark berries, baking spices, earthiness and a little green. Medium plus to a long finish. Drinking well right now.

This wine is 64% Merlot, 27% Cabernet Sauvignon and 9% Petit Verdot. The name 'Estelle' for this bottling was chosen by winemaker, Kit Singh, because "Estelle translates to STAR in both Latin and French - we make all of our wines in a traditional French style. I think STAR is a perfect way to describe this wine, our Cuvee Estelle." Only 530 cases produced.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2024.

Rating:

91+ points.

Price Point:

$$ - Sample provided by the Estate. Can be purchased from the Estate for $40.00.

Columbia Valley, Bordeaux Blend, Cuvee Estelle, Lauren Ashton Cellars, Red Wine, United States of America, Washington StateGreg Ballington2013, Lauren Ashton Cellars, Cuvee Estelle, Bordeaux Blend, Red Wine, Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States of America, Kit Singh, 91 Points, $$, February 2017Comment