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2010 Cayuse "The Widowmaker" Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

SKU #1134445 97 points Wine Advocate

Outer quote mark A silky, supple and downright sexy 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2010 Widowmaker En Chamberlin Vineyard offers up notes of sweet red and black currants, leaf tobacco, mulled spices and cedar to go with a full-bodied, rich and gorgeously textured and polished palate. Already approachable and surprisingly civilized, with a core of sweet fruit and ripe, polished tannin, it nevertheless holds up beautifully with air and drank well for the three days I had the bottle open. (JD) Inner quote mark (6/2013)

93 points Wine Enthusiast

Outer quote mark The 2010 Widowmaker shows a bit more fruit, less funk than usual. It’s a pleasing mix of berries, cherries, plums and figs, along with clean earth, green tea and a hint of chocolate. The tannins are smooth and the flavors linger gracefully and slowly fade through the finish. (PG) Inner quote mark (12/2013)

92 points Int'l Wine Cellar

Outer quote mark Good bright, deep red. Dark currant, elderberry and smoke on the slightly reduced nose and palate, plus a whiff of gunflint that reminded me of Syrah. Plump and a bit syrupy in the mouth, with noteworthy depth to its lightly saline flavors of redcurrant, leather and smoke. Then broad and surprisingly dry on the back end, finishing with dusty tannins and serious rising length. Inner quote mark (12/2013)

92 points Wine Spectator

Outer quote mark Supple, round and complex, with firm but fine tannins surrounding a core of violet-accented cherry and tobacco flavors, ending on a meaty note. The finish persists impressively. (HS) Inner quote mark (6/2013)

91 points James Suckling

Outer quote mark A walnut and dark-berry character on some moss and blackberry undertones. Medium to full body and firm, silky tannins. Fresh and easy now. Inner quote mark (5/2018)

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2010 Cayuse "The Widowmaker" Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

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Cabernet Sauvignon and Blends

- Cabernet Sauvignon has come a long way from its role as a blending varietal, however dominant, in the wines of Bordeaux. Today it is the most planted red varietal in the world. Identified as a descendent of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc, the late-ripening Cabernet Sauvignon needs to be planted in warmer climates to fully ripen. Its small berries can easily be identified for their distinctive blue color, thick skins and high tannins. And while the varietal has its own definitive characteristics: green pepper-like aromas and black currant flavors among them, it is perhaps most prized for its ability to convey terroir, vintage and winemaking. A relatively new varietal, Cabernet Sauvignon started making inroads into the wines of the Médoc and Graves in the late-18th century. Today it is also dominant in the up-and-coming Entre-Deux-Mers region of Bordeaux and can also be found in Southwest France. It is the companion varietal to Sangiovese in Italy's Super Tuscans and is planted all over Europe, stretching to lesser-known winegrowing regions like Russia and Lebanon. In the Americas Cabernet Sauvignon has found champions in every nook and cranny of California and among winemakers in Washington, where it complements plantings of Merlot. In South America, Cab thrives in Chile, but can also be found in smaller amounts in Argentina and even in Mexico.

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United States

- When people consider domestic wine, they normally think about the state of California. The fine viticultural Region within California, including the Napa Valley, Sonoma, Santa Cruz Mountains, Mendocino and Santa Barbara, are capable of growing grapes of world-class quality. But there's plenty of fabulous wine coming from other states, too. Oregon, Washington and New York are also causing eyebrows (and glassware) to be raised around the world.

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Washington

- Washington has become one of the most important wine producing states in the United States, and development continues to grow rapidly. In 1969, when California was exploding as a wine producer, Washington had only two wineries, but by 2000 that number had passed 100. Most of Washington's grape crop goes to uses other than wine. Merlot and Chardonnay have been the most successful in Washington. It's interesting to note that Washington's prime wine regions are located at 46° north, along the same latitude as the legendary French wine districts of Bordeaux and Burgundy. During the summer, Washington averages more than two hours more sunlight each day compared to California.

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