Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Red
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Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, roasted rosemary lamb chops, aged Gouda cheese
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The Columbia Crest Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon represents the pinnacle of the winery's craft, showcasing the power and elegance of Washington State's Columbia Valley. This wine holds a legendary place in American viticultural history; its 2005 vintage was named the Number One Wine of the Year by Wine Spectator in 2009, a historic milestone that permanently elevated Washington Cabernet on the world stage. Sourced from premier vineyard blocks in the Horse Heaven Hills and broader Columbia Valley, the grapes benefit from the intense sun, sandy-loam soils, and the dramatic diurnal temperature shifts of the region. Crafted using traditional small-lot fermentation and extended aging in premium French oak barrels, this reserve bottling is celebrated for its deep complexity, structural integrity, and velvety tannins.
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Established in 1983 in Paterson, Washington, along the banks of the Columbia River, Columbia Crest is one of the Pacific Northwest's most significant and celebrated wineries. Owned by Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, the winery operates a state-of-the-art facility in the Columbia Valley, combining modern gravity-flow techniques with traditional oak barrel aging. Columbia Crest is renowned for delivering exceptional quality and value, showcasing the region's unique terroir through its Grand Estates, H3, and Two Vines series. Their signature expressions include robust Cabernet Sauvignon, velvety Merlot, and the prestigious Walter Clore Private Reserve, which honors the pioneer of Washington viticulture. This dedication to craft has cemented their reputation as a benchmark producer of Washington State wine on the global stage.