Columbia Crest Grand Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (75cl, 14.5%)

A Washington State red wine from Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, blending Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc from the Columbia Valley. Fruit comes from Horse Heaven Hills and Wahluke Slope, and the blend is aged for approximately 17 months in French and American oak barrels. It is bottled at 14.5% ABV in a 750ml bottle. The nose opens with ripe dark berries and black cherry, then smoked blackberry, cassis, coffee, chocolate and vanilla. The palate brings dark plum, dried cherry, blackcap raspberry, blueberry, dark chocolate and anise, with silky tannins, finishing long and velvety with vanilla and baking spice.