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Woodward Canyon Winery

2022 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon

2022 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon
Washington State

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$65.00
/ 750ml
SKU: 022172
Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation
Washington
Aging
83% French oak and 17% Hungarian | 92% new barrels | 20 months
Bottling Date
July 25, 2024
Alcohol %
14.9
Stephen Tanzer's
93
Wine Advocate
94
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
This wine is deep ruby-colored with aromas of black currant, blackberry and dark chocolate, accented by notes of slate and subtle oak. On the palate, the wine is rich and full-bodied, with flavors of ripe black fruit and a hint of earthiness. Well-integrated tannins provide a firm structure, while the finish is long and lingering with a pleasant warmth and a touch of sweetness. With proper storage, it has excellent aging potential for the next 10-15 years. Store and serve at cellar temperature.
Ratings
International Wine Report: 95 Points, Sourced from some of Washington State’s most distinguished vineyards, this Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon exemplifies both elegance and power. It presents a luminous ruby hue, unveiling aromas of ripe blackberries, fresh mountain-picked blueberries, and crushed stone, accented by a subtle kiss of toasty sandalwood and clove spice. The palate is layered and opulent, featuring blackberries, cassis, and a whisper of salty saline, all framed by a supple yet firm structure. The tannins are seamlessly integrated, contributing to a velvety texture that balances richness with vibrancy. The finish is enduring and multi-dimensional, revealing waves of ripe fruit and savory undertones. While approachable now, this wine will reward patience, blossoming further with cellaring. | Wine Advocate: 94 Points, The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Artist Series is blended with smaller portions of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Malbec, and it matured in French and Hungarian oak. It has pure, layered aromas of Luxardo cherries, mint chocolate, thyme and forest floor. The full-bodied palate offers Goldilocks ripeness and complex savory and mineral character. It has a seamless structure of velvety tannins and vibrant acidity and a very long, latent finish. | Vinous: 93 Points, Youthfully coy, the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Artist Series opens slowly with a mix of dried flowers, incense, mint leaf and blackberries. This is cool-toned and pliant, with ripe black fruits that ride a silken textural wave as a bitter tinge of cocoa adds complexity. Only gently tannic, the 2022 leaves a mentholated freshness and finishes with medium length. Hints of lavender resonate on the close. | Suckling: 92 Points, This offers ripe dark berries on the nose, with hints of licorice, cedar, pine cones and cocoa. The palate is juicy and smooth, with a well-defined structure and medium to full body. Focused and lingering. Drink or hold. | Decanter: 92 Points, This Cabernet is opulent and ripe with 1% each of Petit Verdot and Malbec from the Woodward Canyon estate and Weinbaur and Sagemoor vineyards. Spicy black plums, blackberries and kirsch mark the very ripe aromas. The palate shows a black pepper spice that frames rich, silky black fruits.
Vineyard Notes
Woodward Canyon Estate Vineyard: Planted in 1977, Woodward Canyon is the westernmost vineyard in Walla Walla Valley AVA, roughly 15 miles west of Walla Walla, Washington. There are 35 vineyard acres planted and several more acres of green belts that support native species such as western juniper, ponderosa pine, western sagebrush, arrowleaf balsamroot, and perennial wildflowers. Ritzville silt loam over fractured basalt, slope 15-18%, 750-850ft elevation. Managed by Woodward Canyon. All grapes are Salmon Safe certified. Weinbau Vineyard: Weinbau has a view of the Rattlesnake Mountains to the south and the Saddle Mountains to the north. The land slopes gently south, with elevation ranging from 710-950 feet. Weinbau is a warm site with excellent air drainage, and the soil is dominated by Kennewick silt loam with a 2 -5% slope. The consistency of soil type shows up in vine growth and subsequently in the wines. Sagemoor Vineyard: Founded in 1968, Sagemoor Vineyards was a pioneering effort that helped establish the Washington State wine industry. Its early vineyards are among the oldest plantings of vinifera grapes in the state. Rick began using Sagemoor fruit in his home winemaking days, and we continue to use it today. A significant number of 1972 plantings are still producing our Old Vines Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from specific rows in Blocks 3 and 9. Quincy loamy fine sand, Sagehill very fine sandy loam, 2-10% slope. 572ft elevation.
Food Pairing Notes
This wine pairs well with hearty red meats, game birds, aged cheeses and rich desserts.
Production
Case Production: 1,342 cases
Other Notes
Varietal Composition: 98% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Petit Verdot, 1% Malbec