Orin Swift, "Palermo" Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
USA, California, Napa
Winemaker's Notes:
A dark garnet hue sits in the glass with immediate aromas of ripe cassis and blackberry. Hints of cocoa, new oak and fir complement the juicy fruit mélange. A full-bodied entry is succeeded by a mid-palate of dark fruits and a smooth, integrated minerality. The tannins are well developed, allowing the wine to finish with length.
Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen, "Eroica" Riesling 2016
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Winemaker's Notes:
Eroica Riesling offers sweet lime and mandarin orange aromas with subtle mineral notes. The mouth-watering acidity is beautifully balanced by flavorful Washington Riesling fruit. To achieve our Eroica style we strive for bright fruit with crisp acidity and enhanced mineralilty.
Esperto Pinot Grigio / Pinot Gris 2015
Italy, Veneto
Winemaker's Notes:
Brilliant straw color with reflections of gold. Crisp and clean with delicate nose of orange flower and wild rose with apricot, white peach and orange peel. Crisp, dry and well structured with golden apple and citrus.
Charles Smith, "Substance" Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Tasting Notes:
If you’re making a brand called Wines of Substance, shouldn’t the wines be substantial? The wine is complex with robust flavors of cassis, blackberry and plum with tobacco, earth, mineral and floral notes adding depth. Smooth tannins lead to a full-bodied wine and a long, harmonious finish.
Canvasback Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Red Mountain
Tasting Notes:
Canvasback is Duckhorn Vineyards latest project in Washington State. The winery has partnered with legendary Washington vineyard manager Dick Boushey in sourcing some of Red Mountain's best fruit, certainly, the results speak for themselves. Seductive aromas of blackcurrant, cassis, blueberry pie, and anise slowly unfurl. In the mouth, even distribution of fine tannins and sweet black fruit at the core, indeed, it strikes a fine balance between glossiness and restraint. Cedar and warm spice at the close.
