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Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 Wine Review

Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

Columbia Valley, Washington, United States

Community Score:91/100

Community Reviews: 4

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Price: $22.95

Drink: 2022-2025

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Chateau Ste. Michelle

Agent: Philippe Dandurand Wines Ltd.

Natalie's Score: 92/100

Chateau Ste. Michelle 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is a silky, supple medium-plus-bodied Cab from the Columbia Valley, Washington wine region and excellent value under $22. Look for ripe blackberry, blueberry, pepper spice, fine herbs and juicy acidity on this easy-going Cab aged in French and American oak barrels. Founded in 1967, Chateau Ste. Michelle is the oldest winery in Washington.

Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled pepper steak, lamb chops on the barbie, stuffed, roast pork tenderloin.

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This Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 was reviewed on July 16, 2022 by Natalie MacLean

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Craig Haynes - WSET3 FWS SWS IWS rated this wine as 91/100 with the following review:

Another lovely creation from Chateau Ste. Michelle in Washington State.

I’m talking about their 2018 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. It has beautiful, nuanced, don’t rush pass them aromas and flavours of warm red berries and cherries lifted with savoury spices. The flavours are pleasingly long lasting, bringing a smile to my face.

Tilting toward full bodied, this one feel fantastic. Velvety, extra dry, supple, juicy acidity (but not amped up), and silky tannins with a gentle grip. Enjoy.

Reviewed June 2022
Jennifer Havers - WSET Level 3 rated this wine as 91/100 with the following review:

Lovely and flavourful. Aromas of cherry and currant, with hints of mocha, graphite and a some warm spicy notes. Full bodied, with mouthwatering acidity, and soft tannins, along with rich, ripe fruit and a lengthy finish. Enjoy with a pepper-seasoned steak.
Chateau Ste. Michelle 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is rich on the nose with black currant, blackberry, dried herbs and subtle spicy flavours supple and velvety on the palate. Oak treatment was in French and American barrels and is in check. Founded in 1967, Chateau Ste. Michelle is the oldest winery in Washington. Enjoy with a grilled steaks. - Community Wine Reviews

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