COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon 82%, Syrah 6%, Malbec 5%, other red varieties 7%
PRODUCER
Chateau Ste. Michelle
REGION
Washington
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Chateau Ste. Michelle's Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon hails from Washington State's premier wine region. Founded in 1967, Chateau Ste. Michelle is recognized as the state's founding winery, dedicated to showcasing the quality of Washington's vineyards. The Columbia Valley's unique semi-arid climate, characterized by warm days and cool nights, fosters the development of intensely flavored grapes. The 2021 vintage, marked by a warm growing season, yielded a Cabernet Sauvignon with deep color and concentrated fruit, reflecting the distinctive style of the region.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€16
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Chateau Ste. Michelle is Washington's largest wine producer.
Fact 02
The Columbia Valley receives only 6-8 inches of rain annually.
Fact 03
Vineyards are often planted on south-facing slopes at high altitudes.
Fact 04
The winery's vineyards are planted on their own rootstock.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes for this Cabernet Sauvignon are sourced from various vineyard sites within the Columbia Valley. The winemaking process begins with destemming the ripe grapes, followed by fermentation using a selection of yeast strains to enhance complexity. Gentle pump-overs are utilized during fermentation to carefully extract color and flavor, ensuring soft, supple tannins. The wine is then aged for 24 months, with a portion maturing in new and neutral oak barrels and the remainder in stainless steel tanks, balancing structure with fruit expression.
