"91 Points" Wine Enthusiast, December 2011

This single vineyard, Bordeaux blend (BDX) of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot is sourced exclusively from Rob Andrews’ McKinley Springs vineyard, located at 1100 feet elevation in the Horse Heaven Hills AVA. A warmer Washington site, the Bordeaux varietals ripen well giving rich fruit flavors, varietal character, and great tannin structure.

Tasting Notes
BDX is a blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Grown in the Horse Heaven Hills Vineyard of Rob Andrews at McKinley Springs, it has warm aromas of tobacco, dried herbs, cassis and cherry with a smooth palate of ripe fruit wrapped in spicy cedar.

Serving Suggestions
Full-bodied and flavorful, it pairs well with steaks, grilled or smoked meats, game or lamb.

Grape Sources
100% Rob Andrews’ McKinley Springs Vineyard, Horse Heaven Hills AVA:
45%Cabernet Franc
36% Cabernet Sauvignon
19% Merlot

Wine Making Notes

Fermentation:	100% Malolactic, 100% Barrel Fermentation
Aged in:	30% New Oak, 100% French Oak
Aged:	19 Months
TA:	0.58g/100ml
pH:	3.64
Alcohol:	14.5%
Bottled date:	7/9/09
Cases produced:	232
Release date:	7/1/11