Quilceda Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley 1999

Quilceda Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley 1999This landmark Washington Cabernet exemplifies Quilceda Creeks long standing reputation for power without heaviness. The 1999 vintage reveals mature layers of dried currant, tobacco leaf, and dusty cocoa, with tertiary nuances of leather and cedar beginning to emerge. Still vibrant on the palate, it shows how deftly the winerys structured style carries through decades.

quickly enveloped by smooth

Christian Moueix was looking for an entryway into Napa Valley at the same time as John Daniel’s daughters Robin Lail and Marcia Smith took over the estate in 1982 following his death

Its seamless structure and refined tannins lead to a luxurious

the domaine is transitioning into its next generation while moving toward organic certification and refining its cellar practices

toasted almond

and a hint of forest floor

The burning edifice of their winery became the iconic image used by media outlets around the globe

This might be the biggest and baddest yet – Kiser Vineyard 2019 headed your way

4% cabernet franc

’ He adjusts harvest times

Clos Fourtet

and blood orange – all perfectly and pristinely intermingled with spice accents of white pepper