
2022 Old Vines Cabernet Sauvignon 1.5L
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, 21 months
Bottling Date
December 20, 2024
Alcohol %
14.7
Stephen Tanzer's
95
Wine Advocate
93
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