This Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon is produced from grapes selected from some of the finest and most highly regarded vineyards in Washington State and the Walla Walla Valley.
96 Points - Paul Gregutt
94 Points - Owen Bargreen: The outstanding 2023 Woodward Canyon ‘Artist Series #32’ Cabernet Sauvignon was stored in a combination of French and Hungarian oak before bottling. It is a rich and viscous rendition, loaded with kirsch and black raspberry flavors that meld well with milk chocolate and fresh sage. A gorgeous rendition, this is already beautifully defined stuff that will deliver drinking enjoyment over the next fifteen years. Drink 2026-2041
93 Points - James Suckling 2026 Washignton Tasting Report: A subtle, balanced, full-bodied wine with pretty aromas of green peppercorns, crushed roses and wild herbs. Despite tangible tannins, it remains approachable young. Drink or hold.
92 Points - Sean Sullivan NW Wine Report: Cellar Stocker - Fruit for this wine comes from Weinbau, Sagemoor and Woodward Carnyon Estate Vineyards. It was aged 22 months in French and Hungarian Oak. The aromas are alluring, with notes of coffe, espresso bean, vanilla, char, and barrel spice. Dark fruit is behind that. The palate is rich and luxurious, fuller around the edges and somewhat lighter through the middle, flling in over time. It's a decadent offering of this variety. Best from 2030 to 2038. 14.8% alcohol. Natural cork. 1,325 casos produced.
Woodward Canyon Estate Vineyard: Planted in 1977, Woodward Canyon is the westernmost vineyard in Walla Walla Valley AVA, roughly 15 miles west of Walla Walla, Washington. There are 35 vineyard acres planted and several more acres of green belts that support native species such as western juniper, ponderosa pine, western sagebrush, arrowleaf balsamroot, and perennial wildflowers. Ritzville silt loam over fractured basalt, slope 15-18%, 750-850ft elevation. Managed by Woodward Canyon. All grapes are Salmon Safe certified.
Weinbau Vineyard: Weinbau has a view of the Rattlesnake Mountains to the south and the Saddle Mountains to the north. The land slopes gently south, with elevation ranging from 710-950 feet. Weinbau is a warm site with excellent air drainage, and the soil is dominated by Kennewick silt loam with a 2 -5% slope. The consistency of soil type shows up in vine growth and subsequently in the wines.
Sagemoor Vineyard: Founded in 1968, Sagemoor Vineyards was a pioneering effort that helped establish the Washington State wine industry. Its early vineyards are among the oldest plantings of vinifera grapes in the state. Rick began using Sagemoor fruit in his home winemaking days, and we continue to use it today. A significant number of 1972 plantings are still producing our Old Vines Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from specific rows in Blocks 3 and 9. Quincy loamy fine sand, Sagehill very fine sandy loam, 2-10% slope. 572ft elevation.
