Reviews & Ratings

2009 Chateau Ste Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon "Cold Creek Vineyard"

Winery: Chateau Ste Michelle

Vintage: 2009

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Cold Creek Vineyard"

Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape blend: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Columbia Valley

State or country: WA

Price: $28

Cases produced: 7,200

KWG Score: 88.2 (based on 5 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: November 27, 2012

Wine Review: This opaque and onyx colored Cabernet Sauvignon from Washington State opens with fragrant boysenberry bouquet with hints of blackberry. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, nicely balanced, smooth and fruit forward. The flavor profile is a tasty boysenberry with notes of blackberry. I also detected some hints of black pepper and a touch of minerality. The finish is dry and its moderate tannins are soft and nicely restrained. This Cab is very food friendly and would pair well with Theresa's meatloaf. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: Cabernet from this iconic 40-year-old vineyard consistently delivers power, structure and rich concentrated black fruit. This is a dense, decadent wine with great aging potential. The 2009 vintage is 100% pure Cabernet with intense dark blackberry and plum fruit flavors and long finish. This is a true steakhouse red!

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