The decision to source from some of the most decorated vineyards in Washington continues to reward consumers of Robb Bell and the critics who judge his wines. Here, it includes Joe Hattrup’s Elephant Mountain. More than a dozen vineyard-designate wines from the Yakima Valley site have gone onto Platinum in recent years. Here’s a classic Washington Cab offering dark strawberries, black cherry and dark chocolate within a superb structure. Qualifying award: Seattle Wine Awards (double gold)
Rating: Platinum • 94 points
Production: 400 cases
Alcohol: 14%
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