Beautiful vibrant color. Complex full bodied structured red wine. Velvety and silky. On the nose, casis, black cherry, blackberry, plum, black pepper and notes of chocolate. On the palate, complex and long lasting flavors of black fruit with a savory meaty finish. Enjoy today or cellar for 2-5 years. Pair with a Provencal herbed pork tenderloin or rack of lamb.
Aged in neutral and new French oak for 22+ months. Wahluke Slope AVA. Limited prodcution (70 cases) prodcued.
14.4% Alcohol/Vol.
Gold (91 Points) - 2026 Seattle Wine Awards
90 Points - Northwest Wine Report, Sean P. Sullivan
The aromas are appealing, with notes of red fruit, dried herb, plum and coffee. The palate is plump, elegant, pretty, and flavorful.
89 Points - Wine Enthusiast, Michael Alberty
Shadow Vine Red is an equal parts blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah, plus 10% Cabernet Franc. Its aromas of lilacs and leather should be a band name, with ripe Rainier cherries acting as an opening act. The flavors are a darker mix of elderberries and dates, with touches of black tea tannins and sauteed white button mushrooms. The wine's mildly chewy tannins offer plenty of support.
The Wahluke Slope 2023 vintage was marked by excellent quality, ripe fruit, balanced acidity and rich textures - this is especially true for Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. Lower yields produced more concentrated flavors. 2023 wines will be great for drinking today or cellaring for 2-5 years.
