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2011 Cadence Cara Mia Vineyard Bel Canto

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November 13, 2022 - $41

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RATINGS

94+ The Wine Advocate

...lovely aromas of crushed cassis, loamy soil, cigar smoke, petroleum jelly and espresso roast. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, supple and succulent, with an ample core of fruit that's still beautifully vibrant, framed by fine-grained tannins and concluding with a long, tangy finish.

94+ Stephen Tanzer

Exhilarating floral lift to the aromas of redcurrant and nutty oak... Perfectly integrated acidity...redcurrant and cherry flavors complicated by flowers, dusty dried herbs and minerals. Great subtle density here. Finishes with outstanding length and lift, harmonious smooth tannins, and a building sweetness to its floral perfume.

93James Suckling

...fresher red berries and more savory leaves, cloves and earthy notes. The palate has a supple, soft and fleshy core. Really impressive, smooth-honed tannins carry attractive and fresh red and dark plums.

92Wine Enthusiast

...complex assortment of herbs, including thyme and sage, along with floral notes, blackberry and anise...fully flavored with a captivating feel and firm, fine-grained tannins. A complete dazzler...

REGION

United States, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley, Red Mountain

Yakima Valley AVA was the first AVA created in Washington State. The valley, a 600,000-acre area in south central Washington, was granted AVA status in 1983. In 1984 Columbia Valley was given AVA status, and Yakima Valley was enclosed within the Columbia Valley AVA. Nevertheless, Yakima Valley remains home to the largest concentration of vineyards and wineries in the state. There are more than 60 wineries and some 16,000 vineyard acres, and nearly 40% of Washington wines are made with Yakima Valley grapes. The most frequently planted grape is Chardonnay, followed by Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Winemaking here dates to 1869, when a winemaker from Alsace planted grape vines. Vineyard planting and wine production plodded along slowly until the early 1980s when numerous modern pioneers started making well-reviewed Yakima Valley wines. Some of the state’s newest, most closely watched appellations, including Red Mountain AVA and Horse Heaven Hills AVA, are contained within Yakima Valley.