Brian Carter Cellars 2010 Le Coursier Red (Columbia Valley (WA))

Country: US / Le Coursier
Variety: Bordeaux-style Red Blend Washington
Winery: Brian Carter Cellars / Columbia Valley (WA)

Predominantly Merlot, this Bordeaux-style blend includes 16% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Cab Franc and 11% Malbec. Given extra bottle age prior to release, it’s drinking quite nicely, with plum and black cherry fruit, a rich layer of mocha, and a firm finish with polished tannins and lemony acids.