Cor Cellars Momentum

Black cherry, plum and cassis, with hints of dark chocolate, spice and violets. Starting with a base of Cabernet Sauvignon, which is floral, regal and extensive, we add Merlot for silky texture, Petit Verdot for spice and then finally Malbec for its earthy and expressive personality.

Varietals: 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Petit Verdot, 21% Merlot, 21% Malbec

Vineyards: McKinley Springs Vineyards / Alder Ridge Vineyards

Appellation: Horse Heaven Hills

Barrel: 90% French / 10% American (40% new / 60% two-year-old)

Time in Barrel: 10 months

Bottled: August 2009