Mellisoni Vineyards 2020 Stillwater Creek Vineyards Forte Rosso Red Wine Blend, Royal Slope $125

Of the 26 wines to have won a Platinum in Mellisoni’s history, 10 have come strictly from the Royal Slope and Stillwater Creek Vineyard. This luxurious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec offers hints of chocolate-covered plums, cinnamon latte foam and triple-churned butter with secondary notes of cherry tobacco, dates and a bite of a Mounds bar. Qualifying award: Pacific Northwest (double gold)

Rating: Platinum • 90 points

Production: 92 cases

Alcohol: 14.6%

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