
2022 Old Vines Cabernet Sauvignon
Washington State
Primary sourcing has always come from some of the oldest cabernet blocks and the most highly acclaimed sites in the state. The 1987 vintage was the first Washington wine to be on Wine Spectator’s Top 10 list. This is a full-bodied cabernet and will typically age well with proper cellar conditions, 15+ years from vintage.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation
Washington
Aging
100% New French Barrels | 23 months
Bottling Date
August 28, 2024
Alcohol %
14.7
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
The 2022 Woodward Canyon Old Vines Cabernet Sauvignon is a deep, inky purple
wine with intense aromas of black currant, blackberry, dark chocolate and subtle
notes of cedar and spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and rich, with flavors
of ripe black fruits, dark chocolate and a touch of earthiness. The tannins are firm but
well-integrated, providing structure and a long lingering finish. This wine exhibits a
beautiful balance of acidity, fruit, and oak, making it a classic example of a
Washington State Cabernet Sauvignon with excellent aging potential.
Vineyard Notes
Sagemoor Vineyard (86%):
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.
Weinbau Vineyard (7%):
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.
Woodward Canyon Estate Vineyard (7%):
Planted in 1977, Woodward Canyon is the westernmost vineyard in the 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.
Production Notes
Hand harvested and sorted
48 hour cold soak
Spontaneous malolactic fermentation
Food Pairing Notes
Pair this wine with hearty meats like steak, lamb chops or venison, strong cheeses or rich, flavorful
vegetarian dishes like mushroom risotto or pasta with a hearty sauce for a truly
satisfying experience.
Production
Case Production: 637 cases
Other Notes
Varietal Composition: 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Malbec, 3% Petit Verdot