Quilceda Creek Palengat Proprietary Red 2013

Quilceda Creek Palengat Proprietary Red 2013 is a remarkably voluptuous, sexy, and layered Bordeaux-style blend that beautifully showcases the exceptional quality of Washington State's Horse Heaven Hills. Moving away from its historical Cabernet-dominated profile, this specific vintage leads with a dominant foundation of Merlot, pouring a dense ruby-purple color. The nose opens with a highly expressive, seductive bouquet of dark plums, black cherries, and crème de cassis, layered with complex undertones of graphite, licorice, Cuban cigar leaf, and delicate wild herbs. On the palate, it exhibits a full-bodied, mouth-filling texture defined by its stunning purity, concentrated black fruit profile, and remarkably smooth, superfine tannins. Aged for 20 months in 100% new French oak, it maintains an energetic line of balance, culminating in an incredibly long, velvety, and polished finish.

Food Pairing: Pairs spectacularly with grilled ribeye steak with café de Paris butter, rosemary-crusted roasted lamb shoulder, or savory wild mushroom ragù.

94 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate