Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

Description of the Domaine Col Solare

Located on the sunny slopes of Red Mountain in Washington State, Domaine Col Solare is the result of a collaboration between Château Ste. Michelle and the illustrious Tuscan producer Marchesi Antinori. This partnership aims to merge Italian winemaking expertise with the unique terroir of Red Mountain, with the aim of creating exceptional wines. Col Solare focuses on producing high quality Cabernet Sauvignon, reflecting the intensity and complexity of this exceptional terroir.

Description of the Cuvée Col Solare Cabernet Sauvignon

Cuvée Col Solare Cabernet Sauvignon is a majestic representation of this iconic grape variety, showcasing the potential of Cabernet Sauvignon grown in the rich soils and ideal climates of Red Mountain. This wine is the result of a rigorous selection of the best plots of the estate, aiming to produce a Cabernet Sauvignon which combines power, elegance and depth.

Aromas of the Cuvée

This cuvée offers a rich and complex bouquet, characterized by aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry and black cherry, accompanied by notes of vanilla, tobacco and cedar, resulting from careful aging in oak barrels. The tannic structure is robust but refined, providing a nice length on the palate.

Characteristics of the Cuvée

• Grape variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Profile: A wine impressive in its structure and complexity, with well-integrated tannins and a long finish which testifies to its excellence and its aging potential.
• Aging Potential: Intended for evolution, this Cabernet Sauvignon will gain in complexity and harmony over the years, promising a tasting experience enriched over time.

Pairings with this Cuvée

Col Solare Cabernet Sauvignon pairs perfectly with robust and flavorful dishes, such as grilled red meats, rich stews or spicy dishes. Its power and depth make it an ideal choice to accompany special occasions.

In the United States, 90% of the wine produced comes from California. It was the influx of gold prospectors to California that boosted the California wine industry in the mid-19th century, particularly in the Sonoma and Napa region. At the start of the 20th century, there were 800 wineries. From 1919 to 1933 Prohibition destroyed the vast majority of the California wine industry so that by 1933, only 140 wineries remained producing wine. It was only from 1960 that the wine industry began to recover from Prohibition and California was primarily known for the production of fortified wines (in the style of Port). It was also in the 1960s that some of the most famous estates were created (Mondavi, Heitz Wine Cellars, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, etc...). In 1976, a significant event took place: the legendary tasting competition better known as the "Judgment of Paris". He sees the greatest French wines opposing the new American wines. This May 24, an unexpected result shakes the world of wine, since to everyone's surprise, it is the United States which wins. However, this competition remains relatively unknown to the general public. Today, there is no doubt that the United States produces great wines. Even though California largely monopolizes the reputation of American wines with its excellent Zinfandels, the state of Oregon produces some of the best Pinot Noir in the world and the state of Washington offers excellent Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon.