The General Caberent Sauvignon
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Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from vintage release
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Grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, braised beef short ribs
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Kerloo Cellars' 'The General' Cabernet Sauvignon represents a bold, structured expression of Washington State Cabernet, typically sourced from premier Columbia Valley vineyards. Winemaker Ryan Crane applies a low-intervention philosophy to this cuvée, utilizing native yeast fermentation and aging in French oak barrels to preserve the intense dark fruit character, refined tannins, and distinct minerality characteristic of the region's volcanic soils. The name 'The General' pays homage to a sense of leadership, structure, and commanding presence, mirroring the wine's powerful yet sophisticated profile. It showcases the capability of Washington terroir to produce Cabernet Sauvignon with both New World fruit intensity and Old World structural elegance.
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Founded in 2007 by winemaker Ryan Crane in Walla Walla, Washington, Kerloo Cellars is named after the distinctive call of the near-extinct Whooping Crane. The winery is dedicated to producing low-intervention, terroir-driven wines that highlight the diverse microclimates of the Columbia Valley and Walla Walla Valley. Sourcing fruit from esteemed sites such as Boushey, Upland, and Lonesome Spring Ranch, Kerloo focuses on crafting exceptional Rhône and Spanish-style expressions, including vibrant Syrah, Grenache, and Tempranillo, alongside crisp, mineral-driven Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.