Woodward Canyon Winery

2002 Old Vines - Magnums only.

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Vintage: 2002

This 2002 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon was produced from grapes that were planted in the early 1970’s, and are some of the oldest in Washington State. The grapes were harvested from Champoux Vineyard (75%) and Sagemoor Vineyard (25%), both on elevated bench land overlooking the Columbia River in southeastern Washington.

This wine was pumped over and punched down three times per day in small stainless steel tanks. Average brix was in excess of 25 degrees, with harvest completed by mid October. Fermentation and maceration ranged from ten days to almost thirty days, depending on lots. After pressing and racking, the various lots were moved to new French chateaux barrels for aging and maturation. In early September 2004, this wine was racked from barrel, assembled and bottled on the 17th of September, 2004.

The 2002 “Old Vines” Cabernet Sauvignon is a rich and powerful successor to the 2001 “Old Vines”. The 2002 vintage was warmer than 2001 and this wine reflects that. Flavors of ripe black fruits and cassis marry with spicy oak and vanilla. The color is dark purple and the flavor is concentrated, rich and long; the texture is supple and silky but the wine still has fantastic grip. This red wine will benefit greatly from additional cellaring and, with proper storage, should last fifteen years or more.

Collection

Old Vines Cabernet
This series started as the Dedication Series in 1981, with the start of the winery. A different pioneer of the Walla Walla Valley graces the front of the wine every year, recognizing the achievements of those who have settled the Walla Walla Valley. The fruit comes primarily from Champoux Vineyards, one of the oldest cabernet blocks in the state of Washington, as well as some fruit from Sagemoor Vineyards. These bottlings typically age 15+ years from vintage.

Varietal

Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet sauvignon.

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