SHOP / 2023 D2 Red Blend – Heart Edition

Varietal

64% Merlot

26% Cabernet Sauvignon

4% Petit Verdot

4% Malbec

2% Cabernet Franc

Appellation

Columbia Valley AVA

Aging

Drink Now or Age 15+ Years

Vineyard

D2 is sourced from over a dozen Columbia Valley Vineyards, including Red Willow, Harrison Hill, Ciel du Cheval, Klipsun, Boushey, DuBrul, Upchurch and Grand Ciel.

2023 D2 Red Blend – Heart Edition

Columbia Valley AVA

The 2023 vintage of our beloved D2 opens with such easy appeal, as fresh raspberry, Bing cherry, cinnamon stick, cranberry and lavender flowers dance from the glass in a whimsical initial bouquet. The first sip leads way to a seriously dense and lively palate, with hints of espresso bean, cherry liquor, sweet pipe tobacco and vanilla bean. The tannins are broadly dispersed and beautifully polished; the red and dark fruits, toasty oak and subtle spice well-balanced and enhanced by streaks of truffle and dried herbs. Enjoy this classic rendition of D2 now or cellar for 15+ years.

95 Points

— Jeb Dunnuck

95 Points

Blending 64% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% each of Petit Verdot and Malbec, and 2% Cabernet Franc, the 2023 D2 is richly layered in sweet red fruit, with supple tannins in full support. Cohesive, medium-bodied, and given 20 months in all French oak, 49% new, it has density and elegance with outstanding length. It offers great value for the quality. Hold and drink 2028-2038.

April 2026

Additional Scores:

94

International Wine Report

93

Owen Bargreen

93

VInous

Pairing Suggestion

Butternut Squash Risotto With Black Truffles is perfect with the DeLille Cellars Merlot-dominant D2. For the carnivorous, add a short rib on top. Vegetarian or not, everyone is happy. Do not fear the truffle. As with many things, they are available on the internet for most of year.

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