After years of membership as a winemaker in the Boeing Wine Club, Mark Garvin was ready to spread his wings and build an estate winery overlooking Lake Chelan near Manson. Judging by the Platinum Awards this year, he’s already taken off, earning five Platinums, including the Double Platinum for this blend of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The role of Malbec takes center stage with its contribution of plum and fig, followed by fun notes of bubblegum and anise. The balance displayed by Garvin comes through in the structure and oak, leading to a delicious finish of caramel, coffee and dates. Qualifying awards: Savor NW (gold) Seattle Wine Awards (gold)
Rating: Double Platinum • 95 points
Production: 249 cases
Alcohol: 14.5%
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