Country: U.S.A.

Region: Washington

Vintage: 2020

Cépage: Cabernet Sauvignon (46%); Merlot (38%); Syrah (16%)

Size: 750 ml

Rating(s): 92 (RP)

" The 2020 Red Blend is a dusty, bright, succulently complex wine. It presents full-bodied, balanced characteristics with velvety tannins and food-friendly acidity, ensuring the wine's longevity beyond its 12th birthday. It offers a delightful explosion of ripe red and blue fruit aromas and flavors. Although I've never sat down with winemaker Doug Fletcher to ask him about Klipsun's oak regimen, which claims to use 100% French oak—I am positive there is some American oak in their cellar—nevertheless, this red blend is delicious and will improve with age. About 20% new oak was used. "

Anthony Mueller (RP) - 03/24