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Notes of: Tobacco

Notes of: Cedar

Notes of: Bell Pepper

Notes of: Licorice

Notes of: Cherry

Notes of: Coffee

Hightower

Hightower Cabernet Sauvignon

United States, Washington State

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

0.0

Rarely Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Hightower Cabernet Sauvignon is a premium wine produced by Hightower Cellars, a family-owned winery located in the Red Mountain appellation of Washington State. The vineyard features well-draining soils and a warm climate, which allows the grapes to ripen fully and develop complex flavors. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the best grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is full-bodied and rich, with notes of dark fruit, chocolate, and spice. Hightower Cabernet Sauvignon is a perfect choice for those who appreciate a bold and flavorful wine with a long finish.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Hightower Cabernet Sauvignon opens with enticing aromas of ripe blackberries, cassis, and dark cherries, complemented by hints of cedar, tobacco, and a touch of vanilla from oak aging.On the palate, it is full-bodied and rich, with flavors of blackberry jam, plum, and dark chocolate. The wine's firm tannins and balanced acidity provide a structured framework, leading to a long, persistent finish with lingering notes of spice and mocha. This Cabernet Sauvignon pairs beautifully with grilled ribeye steak, braised short ribs, or aged cheeses. Enjoy now for its youthful exuberance or cellar for several years to enhance its development and maturity.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2026

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Cabernet Sauvignon

ORIGINS

Winery: Hightower

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.

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