Chateau Ste. Michelle Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

Notes of: Clove

Notes of: Plum

Notes of: Blackcurrant

Notes of: Dark Chocolate

Notes of: Cherry

Notes of: Garrigue

Chateau Ste. Michelle

Chateau Ste. Michelle Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

United States, Washington State

Red wine

4.3

Expert Rating

4.1

Sometimes Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Chateau Ste. Michelle Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is a premium wine produced by Chateau Ste. Michelle, one of the most renowned wineries in Washington State. The grapes for this wine are sourced from the Cold Creek Vineyard, which is known for its unique terroir and ideal growing conditions. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the best grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels to enhance the wine's complexity and depth. The resulting wine is a full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with rich flavors of dark fruit, chocolate, and spice, balanced by firm tannins and a long, smooth finish. This wine is a perfect choice for those who appreciate the art of winemaking and the unique flavors of Washington State.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Chateau Ste.Michelle Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is a bold and powerful Cabernet Sauvignon, with aromas of ripe black cherry and sweet spices. On the palate, the wine has a full body with dense tannins and flavors of blackberry, cassis, and mocha. The long finish has a hint of sweet oak, making this a well-balanced Cabernet Sauvignon. Enjoy now or cellar for up to 10 years.

EXPERT RATING

4.3

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2028

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Cabernet Sauvignon

ORIGINS

Winery: Chateau Ste. Michelle

Region: Washington State

Washington State is the second largest wine-producing state in the United States, after California. The state has over 1,000 wineries and 70 grape varieties, with a focus on premium wine production. The wine industry in Washington State has grown rapidly in recent years, with the number of wineries increasing from just 19 in 1981 to over 1,000 today. The state's diverse geography and climate allow for a wide range of wine styles to be produced, from crisp white wines to full-bodied reds.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.1

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