Taste | Elegant and expressive, the 2022 Heritage Red Blend opens with aromas of boysenberry, red plum, and ripe cherry intertwined with notes of baking spice, cedar, and a touch of leather. The palate is rich yet balanced, revealing layers of black currant, amarena cherry, and dark berry fruit accented by hints of black tea, tobacco, and subtle oak spice. Plush and approachable in its youth, the wine finishes long and smooth with refined tannins and a lingering impression of dark fruit and savory complexity.
About the Winery/Winemaker | Dineen Vineyards is a family-owned estate located in Washington’s Rattlesnake Hills AVA, where the Dineen family has cultivated vineyards since 2001. What began as a small apple orchard has evolved into 100 acres of meticulously farmed Bordeaux and Rhône varietals. Now led by second-generation vintner Marissa Dineen, the estate remains committed to producing exclusively estate-grown wines that reflect both the unique terroir of the Yakima Valley and the family’s agricultural heritage. Certified through both Lodi Rules and Sustainable WA, Dineen Vineyards combines thoughtful stewardship with a dedication to crafting wines of character, balance, and longevity.
Why We Love It | The Heritage Red Blend is Dineen’s flagship wine and a beautiful expression of Washington-grown Bordeaux varietals. While Cabernet Sauvignon leads the blend, each component contributes something essential—from the aromatic lift of Cabernet Franc to the richness of Merlot and the structure of Petit Verdot. The result is a wine that feels complete and harmonious, delivering depth and complexity without sacrificing approachability. It’s equally at home on the dinner table today or resting in the cellar for years to come.
Technical Wine Notes
Producer: Dineen Vineyards
Vintage: 2022
Region: Yakima Valley AVA, Washington
Sub-Appellation: Rattlesnake Hills AVA
Varietal Composition: 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Cabernet Franc, 21% Merlot, 14% Malbec, 3% Petit Verdot
Farming: Certified Sustainable (Lodi Rules & Sustainable WA)
Fermentation: Stainless steel fermentation
Aging: 21 months in French oak barrels from select cooperages
Alcohol: 14.5% ABV
Production: 200 cases
Accolades: 93 Points & Editor’s Choice – Wine Enthusiast; 91 Points – International Wine Report; 91 Points – Owen Bargreen
Style: Full-bodied Bordeaux-style red blend
Tasting Notes: Boysenberry, red plum, cherry, black currant, amarena cherry, baking spice, black tea, tobacco, leather
Pairing Notes: Grilled steaks, braised short ribs, lamb chops, mushroom dishes, aged cheddar, roasted game meats
Cellaring: Enjoy now through 2035+
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