Cabernet Sauvignon
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2023 Cabernet Sauvignon
The 2023 DeLille Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon from the Columbia Valley opens with a dark ruby center fading toward a softer crimson edge. Being the debut release, it presents a captivating bouquet of boysenberries, fennel seed, dusty earth, dried lavender blossoms, and hints of smoky resin layered with dark chocolate essence. On the palate, the wine carries ample depth and structure, delivering a core of cassis and blackberry compote laced with bittersweet cocoa and roasted espresso. Its polished tannins provide balance, leading to a persistent and flavorful finish.
Jeremy Young | August 2025 | international wine report
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2023 Cabernet Sauvignon
Shows drive and energy, with well-sculpted flavors of black cherry and blackberry highlighted by espresso and dried herb notes that build structure toward full-bodied tannins. Drink now through 2035. 2,200 cases made.
tim fish | september 2025 | wine spectator
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2023 Cabernet Sauvignon
Here’s a set of aromas that you could spread on an English muffin with gleeful abandon. The first note is blackberry jam, followed by a wisp of almond butter. Then, a fistful of violets arrives, followed by the scent of a fresh set of cedar chest drawers. A blueberry gelato flavor mixes nicely with notes of pipe tobacco and espresso. Sturdy tannins hold everything together, creating a chewy texture that may require decanting.