Klipsun Red Blend, 2020 (Violet)

Klipsun Vineyard, ranked among the world's top 25 vineyards, produces ultra-premium Cabernet Sauvignon from Washington's Red Mountain AVA under the expertise of acclaimed winemaker Doug Fletcher and the Terlato family's stewardship.

INTRODUCTION
Established in 1984, Klipsun Vineyard represents one of Washington's First Growth vineyards, producing wines that rival global luxury benchmarks like Château Mouton and Dominus. The Terlato family's 2017 acquisition has ushered in a new era of excellence, combining historical prestige with modern precision viticulture.

VINEYARD DISTINCTION
LOCATION & TERROIR
- Red Mountain AVA
- 120 planted acres (20 under development)
- 46° North latitude
- Unique environmental factors:
  * Extreme diurnal temperature swings
  * Persistent warm winds
  * Minimal rainfall (5 inches annually)
  * High alkalinity soils with calcium carbonate

VITICULTURAL ELEMENTS
- American rootstock replanting
- 45° north-oriented vine rows
- Strategic irrigation from Yakima River
- Small-batch water management
- Low vigor soils promoting deep root systems

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE
- Name means "clipped sun" or "beautiful sunset" in Chinook
- Originally identified by André Tchelistcheff as premium Cabernet land
- Producer of two 100-point Wine Advocate rated wines
- Ranked among Wine & Spirits' top 25 global vineyards

WINEMAKING PHILOSOPHY
Under Doug Fletcher's direction:
- Focus on balance and finesse
- Small-batch production
- Emphasis on fruit expression precision
- Integration of power and elegance

WINE STYLE CHARACTERISTICS
- Concentrated fruit from small berries
- Distinctive dusty tannins
- High natural acidity
- Fresh, powerful yet refined character