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Varietal Composition: 99% cabernet sauvignon 1% cabernet franc Alcohol: 14.6% by Volume Time in Oak: 20 Months Bottling Date: June 9th, 2006 Release Date: April, 2007
This 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon was produced from grapes grown at Champoux, Klipsun, Sagemoor, Tapteil, and Woodward Canyon Estate. These five vineyards are some of the most highly regarded properties in Washington State and produce fantastic wines in their own right. In blend, they can produce extraordinary wine.
2004 proved challenging in certain Washington vineyards when an extreme winter freeze occurred in early January. Only vineyards located at some of the highest elevations were unaffected. However, the fruit that survived this extreme winter event was exceptional and ripened beautifully under near perfect conditions. This Cabernet Sauvignon was fermented in small stainless steel tanks and was punched down or pumped over twice a day. Aging in predominantly new French Chateaux barrels has produced a complex and generous red wine.
This wine has a beautiful nose of spicy oak and cedar integrated with ripe black fruits and cherry. A firm rich mouth feel begins with cassis and black berry leading towards chocolate and mocha. The finish is generous and long, yet there is still restraint. While this wine can be enjoyed now it will definitely benefit from additional cellaring and, with proper storage, should develop for ten years or more.
Lowden, Washington 99360
