Woodward Canyon

Charbonneau Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot

9.122 ratings
9.36 pro ratings
Walla Walla Valley, Oregon/Washington, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Salami & Prosciutto, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck
Top Notes For
David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.2

This is a blend of; 41% Cabernet, 30% Merlot, 17 Cabernet Franc and 12% Petit Verdot. Only made when in the years they believe they have the very best of fruits. On the nose, very floral and lightly spiced fruits of; blackberries, dark cherries, black plum & notes of blue fruits. Black olives, green herbs and dark roses. A little more new wood use in this wine. Strong, dark spice, blackberries, dark cherries, black plum, black raspberries and poached strawberries. Soft volcanic minerals, black olive, loamy soil, soft leather, dry stems, violet, dark roses nice acidity and a lean fruit driven finish.

This is a blend of; 41% Cabernet, 30% Merlot, 17 Cabernet Franc and 12% Petit Verdot. Only made when in the years they believe they have the very best of fruits. On the nose, very floral and lightly spiced fruits of; blackberries, dark cherries, black plum & notes of blue fruits. Black olives, green herbs and dark roses. A little more new wood use in this wine. Strong, dark spice, blackberries, dark cherries, black plum, black raspberries and poached strawberries. Soft volcanic minerals, black olive, loamy soil, soft leather, dry stems, violet, dark roses nice acidity and a lean fruit driven finish.

Aug 14th, 2017
Matt Austin

Owner/Winemaker, Grosgrain Vineyards, Walla Walla, WA

9.4

12.3% alc. Tannins fully resolved, light bodied, vibrant ruby color. Redcurrant, sage, loam. I've had my share of older WA wines, and this is one of the best.

12.3% alc. Tannins fully resolved, light bodied, vibrant ruby color. Redcurrant, sage, loam. I've had my share of older WA wines, and this is one of the best.

Mar 10th, 2016
Aaron Keller

Aged beautifully. A really exceptional wine.

Aged beautifully. A really exceptional wine.

Jan 20th, 2016
Bryant Bickel

Aging so gracefully! Very nice balance.

Aging so gracefully! Very nice balance.

Dec 14th, 2015
Robert Gomez

Great wine from a warm '98 vintage. Generous fruit and balanced. Drink now!

Great wine from a warm '98 vintage. Generous fruit and balanced. Drink now!

Sep 4th, 2017
Kelli

Lockwood tote. Super smooth. Velvety. Medium body. Nice spice and the end.

Lockwood tote. Super smooth. Velvety. Medium body. Nice spice and the end.

May 10th, 2018
Eric Adams

Spoiled after storing properly.

Spoiled after storing properly.

Nov 15th, 2014
Scott Crestodina

Owner Independent Spirits, Inc.

10

Scott had this 7 years ago

Scott had this 7 years ago

Sep 5th, 2017
Andres Montoya

Andres had this 9 years ago

Andres had this 9 years ago

Feb 11th, 2016
Stacey Taplin

Stacey had this 2 years ago

Stacey had this 2 years ago

Feb 19th, 2023