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Notes From the Winemaker:

24% Merlot, 43% Cabernet Franc, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon. This wine is designed to showcase the world-class Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes of the Yakima Valley. The fruit is from several small vineyards from the cooler western end of the region, where the long days of sunshine and moderate temperatures in the evening conspire to produce lush aromatic grapes with lovely acidity and low ph. The bright berry Merlot and fragrant notes of Cabernet Franc are wonderfully framed by the structure and acidity of the Cabernet Sauvignon, creating a beautiful mouth filling and deeply aromatic wine. 17 months 42% new French oak.  500 cases made.