Rating 92
Style Red
Variety
Vintage 2018
Appellation
Washington
USA
ABV 14.2%
Price $39.00  Buy This Wine
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Reviewed 2023-04-04

Perfect For

Dinner Parties, Pleasing A Crowd, Steak Dinner

Drink If You Like

Cabernet Franc, Malbec , Merlot

Canoe Ridge Vineyard Summit Series Malbec 2018 Review

Caonoe Ridge Vineyard began as a collaboration between business people and farmers. An agreement was made and in 1989 the vineyard was born. Even though many have been the steward of this land it seems the quality has been maintained, even as they have expanded to work with more varieties, including this Malbec. It’s a wonderful American style and very Washington State in that is has depth that can be perceived on the nose and palate with an easy balance of oak and fruit. There is a channel of minerality that comes through to keep the wine refreshing even with its weight.

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Canoe Ridge Vineyard Summit Series Malbec 2018
Caonoe Ridge Vineyard began as a collaboration between business people and farmers. An agreement was made and in 1989 the vineyard was born. Even though many have been the steward of this land it seems the quality has been maintained, even as they have expanded to work with more varieties, including this Malbec. It’s a wonderful American style and very Washington State in that is has depth that can be perceived on the nose and palate with an easy balance of oak and fruit. There is a channel of minerality that comes through to keep the wine refreshing even with its weight.

Reviewed On: 04-04-2023
92
POINTS
Canoe Ridge Vineyard Summit Series Malbec 2018
Caonoe Ridge Vineyard began as a collaboration between business people and farmers. An agreement was made and in 1989 the vineyard was born. Even though many have been the steward of this land it seems the quality has been maintained, even as they have expanded to work with more varieties, including this Malbec. It’s a wonderful American style and very Washington State in that is has depth that can be perceived on the nose and palate with an easy balance of oak and fruit. There is a channel of minerality that comes through to keep the wine refreshing even with its weight.

Reviewed On: 04-04-2023