COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah
PRODUCER
Chateau Ste. Michelle
REGION
Washington
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley 2020 is a red wine from Washington State's Columbia Valley AVA. Produced by Chateau Ste. Michelle, a winery with a history dating back to 1934, this wine is a blend primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon, with contributions from Merlot and Syrah. The Columbia Valley's climate, known for its abundant sunshine and temperature fluctuations, provides an ideal environment for cultivating grapes that exhibit both ripeness and acidity. The 2020 vintage experienced wildfire activity in the region, a factor that may have influenced the wine's profile.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Founded in 1934, it's one of Washington's oldest wineries.
Fact 02
Awarded 'American Winery of the Year' by Wine Enthusiast in 2004.
Fact 03
The Columbia Valley's climate is similar to Bordeaux, France.
Fact 04
The 2020 vintage faced challenges from wildfires in the region.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley 2020 is crafted by blending primarily Cabernet Sauvignon with smaller proportions of Merlot and Syrah. The grapes are grown in the Columbia Valley AVA, benefiting from its distinct climate. Post-fermentation, the wine undergoes aging, with specific durations and oak usage varying by bottling. For instance, some bottlings are aged in a mix of new and neutral French oak, contributing to the wine's structure and aromatic profile. The 2020 vintage was characterized by regional wildfire activity, which may have imparted subtle nuances to the wine.
