Our goal with the Columbia Valley Cabernet is to highlight concentrated Washington red fruit in an accessible style. This is our inviting Cab with plenty of complexity and structure with silky tannins. It's also very versatile with food: try it with beef, pork or pasta. -Bob Bertheau, Head Winemaker
The 2009 growing season was ideal with dry, warm weather and lots of sunshine. The season started a week late in blooming, but caught up as the perfect ripening weather lasted through September. The weather was not too hot, which allowed grapes to retain their natural acidity.