Reviews & Ratings

2009 Shining Hill Red Blends or Varietals "Red Wine"

Winery: Shining Hill

Vintage: 2009

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Red Wine"

Wine Category: Red Blends or Varietals

Grape blend: 69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 4% Petite Verdot, 3% Cabernet Franc & 3% Syrah

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Columbia Valley

State or country: WA

Price: $45

Cases produced: 1,007

KWG Score: 91.8 (based on 5 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: July 19, 2012

Wine Review: This opaque and very dark purple colored red blend opens with a faint new leather and blueberry bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, smooth and silky. The flavor profile is a mild black cherry and old oak blend with hints of red currant. The finish is dry and its fine tannins are dusty and easy going. This wine is very food friendly and it should be consumed in the near term with a filet mignon. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of black cherry, cola, current and tobacco, a supple texture, soft finish, and lingering flavors of black fruit and clove characterize this 2009 bottling of Shining Hill. – Marcus Notaro, Winemaker

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