Sparkman 2009 Stella Mae Red (Red Mountain)

Country: US

Province: Washington

Region: Red Mountain

Variety: Bordeaux-style Red Blend

Winery: Sparkman

Points: 87

Taster: Paul Gregutt

This Stella Mae is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc. It remains a rather lean wine in the Sparkman portfolio, despite having alcohol at 14.6%. Here are lightly earthy flavors of strawberry and herb, with a hint of green in the tannins.