2022 Cabernet Sauvignon
As one of our three original varietals from 2000, Cabernet Sauvignon is a stalwart of Fielding Hills. It carries the energy of a bustling steakhouse, full of laughter, clinking glasses, and every course a reason to linger a little longer.
92 pts - Wine Enthusiast | 91 pts - Northwest Wine Report
The wine is a deep red, with aromas of sweet berries, dark cherry, floral notes, cocoa, cedar, and dried herbs. Bright, fruit-forward flavors are supported by integrated oak and soft tannins.
It was one of the last variety’s to hit the crush pad in 2022. Given the cooler growing season, the fruit benefitted from being in on of the hottest, driest sites in Washington. Produced in small lot box fermentations. Hand punch downs, light pressing. It was aged in French oak. 70% new and 30% neutral.
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Varietal Composition | 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Syrah, 8% Malbec |
| Appellation | Wahluke Slope |
| Vineyard | Riverbend Vineyard |
| Aging | aged in French oak. 70% new and 30% neutral. |
| Alcohol | 14.70% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Bottling Date | 08/2024 |
| Cases Produced | 346 |
| Country of Origin | UNITED STATES |
| State of Origin | Washington |
| Artificially Carbonated | No |
92 pts - Wine Enthusiast | 91 pts - Northwest Wine Report
From Northwest Wine Reports:
91 points
Blended with 12% Syrah and 8% Malbec, the aromas offer notes of chocolate nib, cocoa, pencil lead, cedar, and black cherry. Dried herb notes provide accents. The dark fruit flavors are somewhat lighter through the middle and show the elevated acidity of the vintage, adding a light tartness that is lovely though uncommon for the producer. 14.5% alcohol. TCA-free micro-agglomerated cork. 346 cases produced.
