14 Hands Winery

Limited Release Kentucky Derby Columbia Valley Red Blend

8.7206 ratings
8.73 pro ratings
Columbia Valley, Oregon/Washington, USA
Red Blend
Game, Baking Spices, Duck, Goose, Potato, Chili & Hot Spicy, White Rice, Exotic Spices, Pasta, Herbs, Beans & Peas, Onion, Chicken, Pork, Venison, Salami & Prosciutto, Pungent Cheese, Soft Cheese, Mushrooms, Tomato-Based, Turkey, Veal, Hard Cheese
Top Notes For
Melody Lenox

The 14 Hands Kentucky Derby Red Blend offers a harmonious combination of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah to provide a flavorful wine experience that showcases juicy Washington fruit character. Aromas of dark berries and plums introduce this rich blend, followed by subtle hints of chocolate and white pepper. Flavors of dark berries and cocoa, supported by plush tannins, give way to a lengthy persistent finish.

The 14 Hands Kentucky Derby Red Blend offers a harmonious combination of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah to provide a flavorful wine experience that showcases juicy Washington fruit character. Aromas of dark berries and plums introduce this rich blend, followed by subtle hints of chocolate and white pepper. Flavors of dark berries and cocoa, supported by plush tannins, give way to a lengthy persistent finish.

9 people found it helpfulJun 25th, 2015
Robert Hayes

Very good blend with a strong tendency towards cabernet. Strong earthy tones evident after the wine breathes a bit and opens up.

Very good blend with a strong tendency towards cabernet. Strong earthy tones evident after the wine breathes a bit and opens up.

3 people found it helpfulMay 29th, 2016
Aub M.
8.8

Interesting smokey notes, medium body

Interesting smokey notes, medium body

2 people found it helpfulMar 13th, 2015
Tyler McIntyre

Excellent wine!

Excellent wine!

2 people found it helpfulFeb 6th, 2015
Anne R
8.2

Much bolder than Hot to Trot, heavy on the tongue.

Much bolder than Hot to Trot, heavy on the tongue.

1 person found it helpfulSep 9th, 2016
Aaron Russell

Meh it's ok, hot to trot better and smoother. Lighter finish but strong in the middle. The more you drink the better it tastes.

Meh it's ok, hot to trot better and smoother. Lighter finish but strong in the middle. The more you drink the better it tastes.

1 person found it helpfulSep 9th, 2016
Geoff Troup

Sales Eder Brothers, Cellar Fine Wines

8.4

Merlot heavy but dry and affirming tannins to offset the fruit forward style. Good table wine.

Merlot heavy but dry and affirming tannins to offset the fruit forward style. Good table wine.

1 person found it helpfulMay 8th, 2016
Sharon B

Loved the fact that this wine was special for the Kentucky Derby! It's pretty good for drinking in the hotel while out of town. May the best horse win but hoping Patch pulls through!🐴🍷👒

Loved the fact that this wine was special for the Kentucky Derby! It's pretty good for drinking in the hotel while out of town. May the best horse win but hoping Patch pulls through!🐴🍷👒

May 6th, 2017
Tommy

This wine is under valued. It has a rich flavor and spicy. Hints of chocolate. Packs a good punch! Color is beautiful. Delicious.

This wine is under valued. It has a rich flavor and spicy. Hints of chocolate. Packs a good punch! Color is beautiful. Delicious.

Aug 16th, 2020
GEORGE SKIPPER

Fruity. Nice aid for shut-in endurance.

Fruity. Nice aid for shut-in endurance.

May 12th, 2020