Reviews & Ratings
2023 Ambassador Cabernet Sauvignon "Estate Grown"
Winery: Ambassador
Vintage: 2023
Wine Name/Vineyard: "Estate Grown"
Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon
Grape blend: 89% Cabernet Sauvignon & 11% Merlot
Bottle size: 750 ml
Region: Red Mountain
State or country: WA
Price: $55
Cases produced: 450
KWG Score: 91.6 (based on 3 reviews)
Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)
Review date: October 3, 2026
Wine Review: This hazy and deep ruby colored Cabernet Sauvignon from Ambassador Wines of Washington opens with a mild blueberry and black currant bouquet with hints of new leather and tobacco leaf. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is nicely balanced, smooth, layered, and very fresh for a Cab. The flavor profile is a cedar influenced black currant and tobacco with notes of chalky minerality and coriander. We also detected hints of Christmas spices, red plum, and black pepper. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity and moderate dusty tannins linger and last for a while. We would pair this Cab with braised short ribs or beef stew. Enjoy - KWGTP
Winemaker Notes: Brilliant ruby red color. Briary infused notes of licorice, berry, and cherry. Muscular, but smooth and dense. Continues with cedar and graphite from the aroma into a mineral spice.
