2011 Cadaretta Cabernet Sauvignon

Estate: Cadaretta Wines

Region: Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States of America

Tasting Note:July 8, 2017

Medium to deep ruby. Very dark with savory notes straight from the bottle. Dark cocoa, cloves, dark herbs and leather. Medium tannins (6.5/10) with a medium to medium plus body. Dark cocoa on the palate with vanilla, soft dark fruits, a touch smoked, and black cherries. Long finish. Definitely better on day one.

Made of 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 6% Malbec and 4% Petit Verdot. Fruit comes from all over the Columbia Valley, especially 53% Red Mountain, 27% Walla Walla Valley, 12% Horse Heaven Hills and 8% Columbia Valley. Aged for 19 months in 51% new French oak.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2024.

Rating:

89 Points.

Price Point:

$ - Purchased from Garagiste Wines as their Mystery Milkshake for $22.70.

Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley, Red Wine, United States of America, Washington State, Cadaretta WinesGreg Ballington2011, Cadaretta Wines, Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Wine, Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States of America, 89 Points, $, Kendall Mix, GaragisteComment