{"product_id":"matthews-winery-cabernet-sauvignon-2020-750ml","title":"Matthews Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 - 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94pts Decanter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderfully balanced Cabernet with tremendous purity of fruit and a brilliant freshness. A blend of sites across the Columbia Valley focused on the Horse Heaven Hills, Red Mountain and Royal Slope. Smoky violet notes and crushed stone follow graphite minerality and dusty berries. The palate is delightfully distinguished. Cabernet and savoury herbs mingle with red berries, black brambles, and a brilliant mineral tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94pts Owen Bargreen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComing out strong out of the gate, the 2021 ‘Columbia Valley’ Cabernet Sauvignon is nearly all varietal. Dark chocolate shavings, baking spices and anise come together on the nose. The palate is beautifully balanced with a seamless texture and great sense of weight, with heady roasted date and black currant flavors. Generous and rich, this is a gorgeous showing from 2021. This is a serious value to purchase by the case. Drink 2023-2033.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93pts International Wine Report\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon by Matthews is a mélange of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot, and 1% Malbec that is aged for 19 months in 25% new French oak. Deep purple core with a neon purple rim in the glass, it boasts a beautiful nose of blackberries, mountain herbs, black rose, espresso powder, leather, and dark chocolate. Tannins are crunchy, acid is elevated, and the black-fruit finish tops things off. Better in 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93pts Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is based on 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot, and 1% Malbec. A rocking wine offering ample red and black plum-like fruit, chocolate, tobacco, and subtle violet-like aromas and flavors, I t's full-bodied and has a terrific mid-palate, velvety tannins, and a great finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93pts Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley is spicy, showing off a gentle peppery tinge and dusty rose tones that give way to dried black cherries. This is wonderfully crisp and refined, with silky textures and depths of dark red fruit propelled by juicy acidity. It tapers off long and structured, yet the tannins are quite sweet. The 2021 finishes with a pleasant crunch and a lingering licorice tinge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93pts Wine Spectator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecise and expressive, with handsome flavors of blackberry, bay leaf and espresso that build richness and structure toward refined tannins. Drink now through 2031.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91pts Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very spring-like cherry blossom and raspberry aroma combination is counter-pointed by notes of leather and bone broth. Cherries are again on the palate, where they are joined by dark chocolate and balsa wood flavors. The tannins are currently a bit grippy, with a medium amount of acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91pts Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley, blended with 15% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot and 1% Malbec, displays a clean and fresh profile with balanced acidity. It unfolds on the palate with layers of complexity, featuring notes of pencil lead, juicy plum skin and blackberry flavors. The wine balances ripeness and freshness with broad shoulders and a fresh expression that leads to a spicy finish. Rating:91+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is deep ruby in the glass with purple hues. The rich bouquet of spiced black plum and cocoa nib are balanced with aromas of fresh earth and crushed flint. Intense and opulent flavors of ripe blackberry, cedar, mocha, and black currant coat the broad and balanced palate and the ripe tannin creates a perfect frame for the lush fruit expression. Cherry cordial and cola linger on the long, quenching finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Matthews Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is comprised of several small vineyard parcels within the greater Columbia Valley, with key vineyard sites in Horse Heaven Hills, Red Mountain, and Royal Slope AVA’s as well as the famed Conner Lee vineyard. This wine truly represents the broad flavor and aromatic expressions of Cabernet Sauvignon from the diverse terroirs of Washington State. \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\u003e76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15%Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot, 1% Malbec\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Winebow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42293196882091,"sku":"854816002259","price":39.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2424\/3053\/files\/matthews-cabernet-sauvignon-2021-750ml-582719.jpg?v=1753301618","url":"https:\/\/redneckwinecompany.com\/products\/matthews-winery-cabernet-sauvignon-2020-750ml","provider":"Redneck Wine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}