Pondera 2012 SVS Number Two Stillwater Creek Vineyard Red (Columbia Valley (WA))

Country: US / SVS Number Two Stillwater Creek Vineyard
Variety: Bordeaux-style Red Blend Washington
Winery: Pondera / Columbia Valley (WA)

This blend is principally Cabernet Sauvignon (48%), Cabernet Franc (23%) and Merlot (20%), with the balance Petit Verdot and Malbec. Appealing aromas of toast, barrel spice, vanilla, black cherry and herb lead to tart red- and black-fruit flavors that flow down the middle of the palate, with lightly grainy tannins supporting them.