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SHOP / 2022 D2

Varietal

56% Merlot
32% Cabernet Sauvignon
6% Malbec
4% Petit Verdot
2% Cabernet Franc

Appellation

Columbia Valley AVA

Aging

Drink Now or Age 5 to 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.

2022 D2

“The 2022 D2 is elegant and plush, showcasing the high quality of this stellar vintage. The initial aromas of black currant, wild strawberry, cherry cola, and hints of mocha leap from the glass, lingering with each sip. On the palate, the tannins are refined and broad, creating a luscious mouthfeel lifted by the mouthwatering acidity and warm oak flavors. There is a savory throughline that brilliantly compliments the bright red and dark fruit medley. The transition from the juicy mid-palate to the lengthy finish is seamless. Drink with confidence now after a hefty decant or cellar for 12+ years.”
~Nick Bernstein, Winemaker

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94 Points – Previous Vintage

— Paul Gregutt’s NW Wine Guide

94 Points – Previous Vintage

D2 was one of the original DeLille releases from the winery’s first vintage (1992), and this commemorates the 30th anniversary. It’s a classic Bordeaux blend of 58% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc and 4% Petit Verdot, and seems to have been given the same exceptional care as the winery’s top wine Chaleur Estate. New barrel aging provides a bright, forward frame of toasty oak around blackberry and black cherry fruit. Along with the barrel spices are streaks of savory herbs and black olives, coffee and iron filings. This could easily be the reserve level wine at many wineries; here it represents excellent value. Paul Gregutt’s NW Wine Guide

August 2024

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Butternut Squash Risotto with Black Truffles

This is a very cool dish because it is vegetarian, yet the cheese and truffles bump it up to a red wine pairing. It 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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Behind the Wine

2022 D2

Always leading with Merlot, D2 is a traditional Bordeaux-style blend sourced from over a dozen of the state’s most prestigious vineyards across the Columbia Valley to create the ultimate expression of Washington State terroir.

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Vineyards

Sourced from over a dozen premier vineyards throughout the Columbia Valley AVA.

Vineyards

Winemaking

Cold soaked 24-36 hours, fermented for 12-14 days on skin, and aged 18 months in 100% French oak (55% new).