Electrum is wine that embodies beauty and grace. It has quiet confidence, and it is a representation of everything that the Obelisco Estate Vineyard has to offer.
2021 Obelisco Electrum Cabernet Sauvignon
Blend: 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 3% Malbec
AVA: Red Mountain
Vineyards: 100% Obelisco Estate
Bottling: 416 cases 750ml
Alcohol: 15.7% vol.
Barrels: 50% new oak; 100% French oak
Tasting Notes: Deep ruby red in color with aromas of ripe cherry, red currant, dark chocolate. A sip reveals a silky texture on the front of the tongue, bountiful but restrained tannins, and a long, complex finish. The wine shows focus of flavor and a lively freshness that will allow for graceful aging.
Cellaring: This red blend is drinkable now, showing youthful fruit and a silky texture. If you enjoy aging your wine, the natural acidity and tannin structure of this Cabernet-based wine will allow it to age gracefully for 20-30 years.
Production: The fruit for this wine comes from Obelisco Vineyard on Red Mountain. The densely planted vineyard produces fewer clusters per vine and small berries which promote intense flavors and excellent concentration. The cool fermentation temperatures and 18 months in oak help to mellow the abundant natural tannin found in Red Mountain wines.
Harvest notes: 2021 was a warm year in Washington State. The heat dome that occurred in June reduced berry size and cluster size producing wines with amazing intensity. The vines managed the heat stress well and the grapes ripened evenly, and sugars and flavors developed in balance. In typical fashion, September and October were cool, allowing the grapes to retain acidity and freshness. The 2021 wines show classic Washington ripeness matched with elegance and brightness.