Substance Cs Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

Columbia Valley, Washington

Wine Advocate 90 points!

Wines of Substance Cs Cabernet Sauvignon is a beautiful red wine gem from Washington State. Winemaker is Charles Smith.

“The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon offers high quality for its modest price. Matured for 10 months in 15% new French oak barriques, it's scented of red cherries, charcuterie, aniseed and dried herbs. The full-bodied palate is concentrated and savory with soft, grainy tannins, refreshing acidity and a layered finish. 140,000 cases produced. Drink 2025-2030.”—Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate, 90 points!

“2022 was a unique year for wine grapes in Washington State. A slow start due to a late spring eventually balanced out into an even and warm summer, ultimately leading to one of the longest falls we have ever experienced. Our vineyards, which produce great grapes year in and year out, harvested fruit that lent itself to extremely special wines this year. Wines that are firm, bright, and beautiful, with lovely aromas. We’re excited to watch them continue to develop and provide enjoyment for years to come!”– Charles Smith

Vineyards: 17% Sportfisher, 16% Painted Hills, 13% Badger Mountain, 10% Coyote, 9% Frenchman Hills, 8% Rosebud, 8% Goose Ridge, 7% Mrachek, 7% Golden West, 5% Northridge

Varietal Breakdown: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

Appellation: Columbia Valley

Production: 3.25 tons per acre, native yeast, 100% whole berry fermentation, 35 days on skins | 11 months barrel-aged on lees in 25% new French oak barriques

Wine Analysis: 5.9 g/L titratable acidity, 3.85 pH, 14.5% alcohol, no residual sugar

Pair Substance Cs Cabernet Sauvignon over the next 5-7 years with charred burgers, mushroom pizza, marinated ribeye steak, and braised short ribs.