Ste. Michelle Artist Series Red Blend Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Malbec Cabernet Franc 2017

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Washington

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USA

The Global Fine Wine Challenge

Ste. Michelle Artist Series Red Blend Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Malbec Cabernet Franc 2017

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates

Exhibitor

Artist Series Red Blend

Label

Washington

Region

USA

Country

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Closure

2017

Vintage

14.5%

Alcohol Content

$89 AUD

RRP (AUD)

“2017 was a warmer vintage, but not hot for Washington state. Early bud-break and a relatively cool spring allowed for a nice, full growing season into October. Looking for the fresher, more complex wines, I found myself turning to our Canoe Ridge Estate vineyard. At 77% it is the largest this vineyard has ever been in the Artist Series; the site is maturing before our eyes, making the perfect combination of density and restraint. 13% from Dean Canyon Vineyard, is blended with Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon from Lawrence Vineyard (10%). This fruit brings color, weight and a touch of herb notes. This 25th anniversary vintage of Artist Series is going to be very special. Enjoy!” Bob Bertheau, Winemaker

Additional Features

Aged for 21 months

Ageing Length

Oak - French

Ageing Type

-

Closure

None

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Gold [GFW21]

2021 Global Fine Wine Challenge

98 | Perfumed bouquet of freshly picked blackberries. Hints of nutmeg and vanilla. Bright juicy and buoyant with excellent intensity and a backbone of smooth polished tannins. Long finish.

93 | Black berry, plum and savoury meaty aromas. Generous ripe fruity palate with dusty tannins and soft acidity to give rounded full style.

95 | Delightfully fragrant. A plush, sweet-fruited style done well.

91 | Dark fruits, fine brambly textures and inky density.

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