Even though ownership’s two estate vineyards are within the Lewis-Clark Valley American Viticultural Area, founding winemaker/retired pharmacist Rick Wasem has been reluctant to use that AVA on the bottles he’s produced with Lynn DeVleming. Their straightforward blend from the L-C Valley is equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot with a profile of Marionberry compote, cherry fruit leather, beurre noisette, grilled cedar plank and black olive. Its round and plush structure comes with a finish of five spice powder. Qualifying award: San Diego International Winemakers Challenge (gold)
Rating: Platinum • 93 points
Production: 120 cases
Alcohol: 13.5%
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