2003
Pentad
Seven Hills Winery
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Red Blend (Red)
Walla Walla Valley
$50.00/bottle
The 2003 is the most open of the three Pentad vintages to date. It offers inviting accessibility, accenting warm, ripe tones and expansive fruit characters. Red and blackcurrant dominate the nose, interwoven with tropical passionfruit and hints of blue berry. sweet baking spice and light notes of fennel and licorice round out the aroma. I find red raspberry, vanillin, and light smoky notes by mouth. The structure is broad, balanced, and elegant yet very persistent and generous. Overall, a beautiful representation of the nature of this very warm vintage year.
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Varietals
| Percent Varietal | Vineyard, Appellation |
|---|---|
| 55% Cabernet Sauvignon | |
| 13% Merlot | |
| 6% Carmenere | |
| 13% Cabernet Franc | |
| 13% Malbec |
Production
296 cases of 750 ml (Standard Bottle) bottles
Ratings & Reviews
Firing on all cylinders...
Mixing pastel fruitiness in a creamy blend and laced with a hint of spice is the order of the day here. You know it from the get-go. The smell, the taste; all very focused and balanced, no surprises. I detect a little jammy-ness to it as well, but again, good balance and structure. Perhaps this… (view more)
The Winner
This wine is a true Winner. At only $50 this wine is worth much much more. Sure to be a favorite by many for a long time to come. I rate this wine a 10 out of ten, maybe even better then my other favorite - 2002 Frederick - Spring Valley.