Château Carbonnieux - Pessac-Léognan 2018 (750ml) Columbia Gorge

Château Carbonnieux - Pessac-Léognan 2018 (750ml) Columbia GorgeWinemaker Notes The 2018 red has an optimal level of maturity for all the Cabernet Sauvignon batches. The wine has a deep purple color with hints of ruby. In the nose the fruity flavour dominates the woody flavour with wonderful blueberry notes thank to the ripeness of the Merlots and the nice strength of the Cabernet Sauvignon with its smoky hints is easily recognized. On the palate the attack is unctuous, full, powerful with a slightly woody note

Floral and mint notes appear on the nose

in the heart of the Baião sub-region

they were destemmed

One of the more persistent though still missing some more vibrancy

sophisticated finish

yet generally reliable and good value for money

soften tannins

Then the barrels were loaded on to small boats (caiques) and were shipped to Piraeus

giving a sense of perfect balance

Bottoms Up is predominantly Riesling with Pinot Blanc and Viognier playing a small supporting role

A harmonious mixture of bright

this wine is well-balanced