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2016 Waters Washington Cabernet Sauvignon (Elsewhere $50)

SKU #1511734 94 points Wine Enthusiast

Outer quote mark This 100% varietal wine offers aromas of chocolate, mushroom, cedar, dried herb, cherry, dried lavender and umami—a unique profile for a Washington Cabernet. The palate is action packed in a rich, textured cherry flavor that coats the palate from end to end, lingering on the coffee-filled finish. *Cellar Selection* (SS) Inner quote mark (11/2020)

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2016 Waters Washington Cabernet Sauvignon

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By: Ryan Woodhouse | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: 1/22/2021 | Send Email

This is a powerhouse wine that beautifully combines big, rich, modern Cabernet flavors with some more complex, layered, savory tones and has impeccable balance on the palate. Waters' rising star winemaker, Jamie Brown, was hand-picked for the job by none other than Chris Figgins, the owner / winemaker of the legendary Leonetti Cellars. Through relationships such as this they're able to source some of the finest fruit in the state. Sources include the old vines at Cold Creek Vineyard, Stone Tree Vineyard 1000ft high on the Wahluke Slope, and the legendary Pepper Bridge Vineyard in Walla Walla. This wine leads with crushed blackcurrant, dark chocolate, dried flowers, liquored cherry. Then subtle hints of of cigar box, turned earth, smoky barrel spice. Medium to full bodied, long on the palate with wave after wave of resonating dark fruit and earthy undertones. An absolute steal for the price we have it listed. Drink now or over the next 10 years.

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Varietal:

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.

Country:

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.

Sub-Region:

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.

Alcohol Content (%):

14.7