Reviews & Ratings

2011 Chateau Ste Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon "Canoe Ridge Estate"

Winery: Chateau Ste Michelle

Vintage: 2011

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Canoe Ridge Estate"

Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape blend: 95% Cabernet Sauvignon & 5% Merlot

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Horse Heaven Hills

State or country: WA

Price: $30

Cases produced: 5,100

KWG Score: 91 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (91)

Review date: December 4, 2014

Wine Review: This opaque and almost pitch black colored Cabernet Sauvignon from Washington State opens with a mild black cherry bouquet with a hint of blackberry. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced and savory. The flavor profile is an oak influenced black currant and black cherry blend with notes of black olive and some hints of minerality. The finish is dry and its medium tannins are prolonged for a little while. This Cab really excels with some aeration. It is food friendly and I would pair it with Kobe beef sliders. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: The Canoe Ridge Estate Cab is a beautifully balanced wine that offers a classic, fresh expression of Horse Heaven Hills fruit. The wine offers black currant flavors, hints of sage and elegant tannins. I love this wine with just about any food!

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