2018 Claret
The 2018 Matthews Claret comes from several small vineyard parcels within three AVAs: Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley, and Red Mountain. Harvested by hand in the early morning between September 5th, 2018 – November 12th, 2018, it was then hand-sorted and fermented in the winery using both concrete and stainless steel tanks. The free-run wine was cellared in French oak barrels. Evaluated over 40 times by our winemaking team, only 141 barrels were ultimately selected to be blended, and finally bottled November 18, 2020.Bottle: $34
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Tasting Notes
Black currants, vanilla bean, hint of strawberry and plum skin. Swirling brings up blackberry, dark spice, and sandalwood. The palate is ripe and dense with great texture. Sweet muddled black fruits, some savory spice, super fine tannins, and a fresh lifted finish. It will age beautifully.
Wine Facts
Labeled AVA:
Columbia Valley
Vineyard(s):
Stillwater Creek, Solaksen, Laura Lee, Scarline, Dionysus, Eritage, Pepper Bridge, Hedges Family Estate, Canyons, Shaw 32, Quintessence
Varietal Composition:
59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot
Vinification:
Fermented in a combination of concrete and stainless steel tanks. Aged in new French oak.
Alcohol:
14.6%
Cases Produced:
3,498
Drinkability:
Now-2026
Trade Materials
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2018 Matthews Claret - Tech Sheet
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