Soos Creek 2007 Champoux Vineyard Red Wine Red (Horse Heaven Hills)

Country: US / Champoux Vineyard Red Wine
Variety: Red Blend Washington
Winery: Soos Creek / Horse Heaven Hills

This could be labeled Cabernet Sauvignon; the only other grape is Cab Franc (11%). The vineyard’s characteristic lush black cherry fruit is surrounded by even darker components: earth, balsamic, baking chocolate, and espresso. There’s an interesting walnut flavor (from the barrels?) and the fruit threads through to the very end of a long finish, supported by firm acids.