TASTING NOTES
Appearance: Shimmering deep purple
Nose: Cassis and blackberry from the Cabernet, plum and spice from the Merlot, blueberry and mocha from the Malbec, violet and black cherry from the Cabernet Franc
Palate: The same layers follow through, framed by lively acidity, silky tannins and gentle oak
Finish: Blackberry, plum and minerality
VARIETALS
48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 15% Malbec, 12% Cabernet Franc
VINEYARDS
Ten Columbia Valley sites: Summit View, Goose Ridge, Kiona, Southwind, Ciel du Cheval, Conner Lee, Firethorn, Solaksen, PineBrake and Scarline
WINEMAKING
Aged 18 months in French oak, 35% new. Made by Master of Wine Billo Naravane.
CELLARING
Hard to resist now, at its best in 5 to 7 years and drinking well for 12 or more
PRODUCER
Tim Lenihan, who grew up in the Yakima Valley, and Sidney Rice founded Dossier Wine Collective in Walla Walla in 2021, naming it for how they work: every idea from their team and community goes into one file, and the best wine comes out. Master of Wine Billo Naravane makes the wines from some of Washington's best vineyards.
*The new vintage of our Adventure Club favorite. Duck, brisket or burger night.*