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SHOP / 2020 Minuit

Varietal

72% Malbec
28% Cabernet Sauvignon

Appellation

Yakima Valley AVA

Aging

Drink Now or Age 10-15 Years

Vineyard

Quintessence
Red Willow

2020 Minuit

The union of Malbec (72%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (28%) prove their compatibility once again in our 2020 Minuit, offering aromas of blueberry compote, green peppercorn, fennel seed, and wild blackberry.  The Malbec adds juicy, brambly fruits and a fleshy texture that begs for the well-structured Red Mountain Cabernet, which in turn adds a touch of sanguine and tobacco leaf.  The palate shows great concentration and weight, with the vibrant dark fruits elevating the wine and bringing energy to the finish.  Best enjoyed with your favorite meats from the grill. – N.B.

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94 Points

— Anthony Mueller, Robert Parker Wine Advocate

94 Points

Mostly Malbec with 28% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2020 Minuit is big, juicy and plummy with fresh, dark, tightly wound and spicy red fruit on the nose with an elegant floral lift. It is full-bodied, spicy and juicy on the palate, with flavors of black raspberry and spiced plum compote, fine-grained tannins and a lingering, food-friendly finish. The wine rested for 20 months in French oak barrels, 61% new. Just over 16,000 bottles were filled. Give it a try. – Anthony Mueller, Robert Parker Wine Advocate

May 2023

Additional Scores:

93

Wine Spectator

93

Vinous

93

Decanter

Suggested Pairing

Steak in Red Wine Jus is an excellent pairing for Minuit. Other pairings include dishes with pepper, sage, creamy sauces and blue cheese. A few vegetarian dishes that complement Malbec, the primary varietal in Minuit, are Portobello Mushroom Sandwiches, Baked Eggplant and Mushroom and Black Bean Chili.

Behind the Wine

2020 Minuit

Minuit was crafted via countless trial iterations of Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon at the blending table, seeking unity and balance. Meaning “midnight,” it is the time of day that delineates one day from the next, at once the beginning of something new and the end of a defined and fundamental cycle. This wine, black as night, embodies this notion: the conclusion of our journey in the vineyard and cellar, and the beginning of discovering the wine’s potential in the bottle and in the glass.

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Vineyards

Quintessence Vineyard on Red Mountain – Originally this Malbec and Cabernet Blend was a Member-Only selection made from 100% Quintessence fruit. It became such a favorite that we added select blocks from the famed Red Willow Vineyard to expand case production.

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Winemaking

Cold soaked 24-36 hours, fermented for 12-14 days on skin, and aged 18 months in 100% French oak (60% new).