
For a second straight year, vintner Scott Whitman receives a Platinum from our panel for his work with a red Bordeaux variety. Last year, it was for a sophisticated 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon. Here, it’s a stylish Cabernet Franc, an effort that lines up alongside those produced by his neighbors in this higher-elevation portion — 1,400 feet — of the Yakima Valley American Viticultural Area. This release from his first vintage as a vineyard owner near Zillah, Wash., reveals dark blueberries, dried currants, fresh sage and bell pepper, followed by secondary notes of smoked paprika and black pepper. And at $25, it’s among the best values from the 24th Platinum judging. Qualifying awards: Savor NW (gold), Seattle Wine Awards (gold)
Rating: Platinum • 91 points
Production: 156 cases
Alcohol: 13.7%
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