The wine is a deep, inky purple in the glass, with some garnet along the edges. The nose is chock full of earthy goodness, with some leather, tobacco and smoke intermingled with ripe fig, blackberry and a hint of green grass. The taste is a rush of cherry cola, mocha and dark chocolate that just sings beautifully together before transitioning to some caramel and spice midpalate. The tannins are expertly integrated, providing some wonderful structure to the long, smooth and exceptionally dry finish.
Overall, I would rate this wine a solid 9, as it’s just a fine example of the great Cabernet being produced in Walla Walla. This wine would pair well with many hearty winter dishes, from beef stew to grilled steak to pasta dishes. Tonight I am enjoying this wine with a cajun rubbed New York Strip along with some grilled broccoli rabe and a big baked potato. Cheers!
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