2017 Passing Time Block 1131
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The newest wine from this team, the 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Block 1311 comes from The Benches Vineyard and spent 21 months in 80% new French oak. Its deep purple color is followed by lots of smoked black fruits, chocolate, tobacco, and cedar notes. Deep, rich, full-bodied, and brilliantly concreated, it has the purity and elegance of the vintage yet still packs rocking levels of fruit and richness. I think it's the standout in the lineup as well as one of the wines of the vintage. These wines by Chris Peterson continue to offer rich yet classic, balanced styles.
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The 2017 Horse Heaven Hills Cabernet Sauvignon has splashes of 7% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc added in to round out the blend. The nose is lush with a clean expression that will age beautifully for the next decade. The wine has a blackberry and red cherry core, with dusty plum and soft savory notes that add to the complexity. The mouthfeel is still youthful and currently showing well, with a tight mineral expression and approachable tannins, ending with a long, spicy finish. The wine will be ready a touch sooner than the 2016s and will bring pleasure. Only 575 cases produced.