Rasa 2014 Plus One Kiona Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain)

Country: US / Plus One Kiona Vineyard
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon Washington
Winery: Rasa / Red Mountain

Although it’s 100% varietal and comes from one of the state’s oldest Cabernet vineyards, this wine is somewhat blue-fruited for the variety, with notes of plum and mountain blueberry along with herb, graphite, espresso and spice. The palate shows more of the same, bringing a sense of restraint and polish along with lightly grainy tannins that need some time to stretch their legs. It doesn’t scream Cabernet but it still brings plenty of appeal. Best after 2022.