COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah
PRODUCER
House of Smith
REGION
Washington
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
K Ovide 2017 is a red wine from the Walla Walla Valley AVA in Washington State, produced by House of Smith. The wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, dedicated to the winemaker's father, Robert Ovide. Charles Smith, founder of House of Smith, established his winemaking presence in the region in 1999. The grapes are sourced from Jack's Vineyard, characterized by its stony, ancient riverbed soil, which contributes to concentrated flavors. House of Smith is recognized as the largest independent and winemaker-owned winery in Washington State, noted for its distinctive labels and proprietary wine names.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€53
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named in honor of the winemaker's father, Robert Ovide.
Fact 02
Sourced from Jack's Vineyard, planted in 1999.
Fact 03
House of Smith is Washington State's largest independent, winemaker-owned winery.
Fact 04
Known for striking labels and evocative proprietary wine names.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
K Ovide 2017 is a red wine produced by House of Smith, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah sourced from Jack's Vineyard in the Walla Walla Valley AVA. The vineyard's stony, ancient riverbed soil is a key factor in the wine's concentrated character. The winemaking process involves selecting grapes from this specific terroir and blending the two varietals to create the final wine. House of Smith, founded by Charles Smith, is known for its focus on showcasing the distinctiveness of Washington State wines.
