Walla Walla Vintners 2012 Cut Bank Estate Vottavo Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA))

Country: US / Washington
Variety: Red Blend
Winery: Walla Walla Vintners / Cut Bank Estate Vottavo

A blend of Sangiovese (42%), Merlot (32%), and Cabernet Sauvignon, this is one of the first wines coming off the estate vineyard located next to the winery. A full five years old, it’s starting to show a touch of age aromatically, with notes of bittersweet chocolate, dried cherry and dried herb along with sliced green pepper. The palate shows the brightness of acidity that this region of the valley is known for, heightening the fruit flavors and stretching out the finish.