{"product_id":"matthews-columbia-valley-cuvee-2021-750ml","title":"Matthews Columbia Valley Cuvee 2021 - 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93pts Wine Spectator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA handsome blend, structured and polished, with expressive black cherry flavors accented by tarragon, mocha espresso and toasty spices that sail toward refined tannins. Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. Drink now through 2031.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93pts Decanter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Merlot-based blend is a part of the Matthews tradition. Wildly fruity aromatics with whole berries, destemmed aromas driven by red berries, mountain blueberries, and a touch of green peppercorn and mocha dust. A streak of graphite underlines red berries, early season blackberries and a savoury herbal character that mingles complexity with fresh ripe fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92pts Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sweet aroma of a Santa Rosa plum unites on the cuvée's nose with boysenberries and a chalky calcium note. Ripe Bing cherries are muddled together with flavors like chocolate ganache and a cedar-like bit of Sichuan peppercorns. The wine's soft acidity is currently eclipsed by a massive tannic structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92pts Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on 65% Merlot, 27% Cabernet Franc, and the rest Malbec, the 2021 Columbia Valley Cuvee offers up lots of red plum and almost blue-like fruits as well as some classic Merlot chocolate, leafy herb, and smoky nuances. It's medium to full-bodied, ripe, fleshy, and pleasure-bent, with tons to love. Drink bottles over the coming decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92pts James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Bordeaux-style blend of 65% merlot, 27% cabernet franc and 8% malbec is fragrant with floral and dark-fruit tones, backed by vibrant acidity, moderate tannins and ripe, focused plum and black-cherry flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92pts Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Cuvée Columbia Valley is simply stunning, displaying a zesty bouquet of crushed black cherries and raspberries, complemented by hints of sage and cocoa. This is refined and sleek in style, with a rush of red and blue fruits underscored by saline minerals. An air of inner violet florals slowly forms. The 2021 finishes long, with a staining of liquid florals and gentle, round tannins that slowly fade through the lightly-structured finale. This is a blend of 65% Merlot, 27% Cabernet Franc and 8% Malbec, refined in 40% new oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91pts Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA blend of 65% Merlot, 27% Cabernet Franc and 8% Malbec, the 2021 Columbia Valley Cuvée opens to a dusty, red-fruited profile with hints of a softly herbal essence. The wine has a fresh and still tannic character that will mellow over time, maintaining its food-friendly nature for years. Dense and spicy, the wine exhibits a chewy mid-palate with considerable weight. Since its inception years ago, this bottling has consistently grown in quality over the vintages, and the 2021 Cuvée lives up to expectations with its juicy, plummy and softly volatile finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Columbia Valley Cuvée sparkles with purple and deep garnet in the glass. Meadow flowers, fresh red berry, black plum, and cocoa powder aromas exhilarate leading to flavors of morello cherry liqueur, cardamom, mountain blackberry, and licorice snaps. This merlot-dominant blend is plush and weighty on the palate with powdery tannins. Dark stone fruits and dusty minerality coat the palate for a long, seamless finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn and raised in Washington State, the Otis family is grateful to live in such a dynamic wine region. In 2008, the Otis family rescued Matthews Winery from financial difficulties and since then, has worked alongside remarkable winemakers to empower them in the mission to produce the purest expressions of Washington State wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn their journey to elevate Matthews, the Otis family has launched new wineries that focus on the delectable wines that can only come from Washington State. These are Tenor, Jaine, Blackboard, and Single Barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'We are excited to introduce our new Matthews winemaking team: Alex Stewart, Hal Iverson, and Jesse Schmidt. During their collective tenure at Quilceda Creek, the winemaking team contributed to the winery’s remarkable string of scores and accolades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoing forward, our family is thrilled to work alongside Alex, Hal, and Jesse. Their reverence for the vineyards and sustainable approach to the winemaking process align perfectly with our mission here at Matthews, and we are eager to share these wines with our Matthews community.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth in texture and full of verve. Matthews wine offers a balanced palate with a complexity and richness that pairs well with the season's freshest harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65% Merlot, 27% Cabernet Franc, 8% Malbec\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Winebow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53136388096364,"sku":"854816002341","price":39.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2424\/3053\/files\/matthews-columbia-valley-cuvee-2021-750ml-551947.jpg?v=1770156304","url":"https:\/\/redneckwinecompany.com\/products\/matthews-columbia-valley-cuvee-2021-750ml","provider":"Redneck Wine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}