2009 Red Willow

2009 Red Willow Vineyard - Yakima Valley

Complex and alluring, this dark-toned blend intimates 'old-world' qualities embodied in the ancient soils of this storied vineyard.

	Wine:	Red Willow Vineyard Red Blend
	Blend:	64% merlot, 21% cabernet sauvignon, 15% cabernet franc
	Vineyard:	Red Willow
	AVA:	Yakima Valley
	Aging:	18 months in French oak, 35% new
	Bottled:	April 20, 2011
	Production:	338 cases
	Notes:	Ruby red with alluring clarity. Dark-toned aromas of black cherry, blackcurrant, anise, stony earth, spice, and hints of cedar. Medium-weight with slightly chewy tannins that will integrate with time. Somewhat tight in its youth, this blend suggests deep black, subtly herb-infused fruit with notes of dark chocolate, caramel, cassis, lavender, sandalwood and mineral. Will benefit from 2 to 3 years of additional cellaring.
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