Chateau Smith Cabernet Sauvignon!

Chateau Smith 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon is just as big and bold as the man behind the bottle. This blend of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, and 1% Malbec leaves an everlasting burst of flavors on the palate. This blend gives off immediate aromas of dark berries, wet earth, toasted herbs all followed with such a smooth finish. On the palate there is undeniable hints of blueberries, spice and a touch of violets. This bold Columbia Valley wine was at a remarkable price of only 13.99 USD, at this price point it will be nearly impossible to find such an everlasting wine. This wine only needs a half hour to breath before enjoying among friends and family...or to yourself!

Wine maker Charles Smith has an interesting history behind him which explains his extremely new age take on the wine world. Smith spent ten years touring Scandinavia managing rock bands before moving off to western Washington to pursue a career in wine. Convinced by fellow Walla Walla wine maker, Christophe Baron, Smith was introduced to the wine world. Baron convinced Smith to focus on Syrah particularly.

In 2001 Smith introduced his first 330 cases if K Syrah Walla Walla Valley under K Vinters banner. This was just the beginning of his wine adventures, Smith found his niche and grew with it. Most of Smiths grapes are purchased and his wines are made under three labels.The first label being K Vinters, followed by Charles Smith Wines, and lastly the Magnificent Wine Company. His marketing and self-labeling show how rugged and out there Smith is,and if you're a lover of bold wines then you should definitely search for some of his wines: Velvet Devil Merlot, Boom Boom, King Coal Syrah and Kung Fu Girl Riesling. Check out his wines at www.charlessmithwines.com