This 2016 Bordeaux-styled blend from Washington State's premier producer unites Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Syrah in a harmonious expression of the region's terroir. Château Ste. Michelle's Col Solare demonstrates the maturity and refinement that characterizes this vintage, with structured tannins and considerable aging potential ahead. The wine's moderate alcohol of 14.5% suggests restraint and balance, hallmarks of thoughtful viticulture in Washington's diverse microclimates. Serve this wine alongside herb-crusted lamb or aged cheeses at the table of a contemplative dinner, allowing it another five to eight years of development in a cool cellar.
Data sheet
- Alcohol content
- 14.5
- Origin
- USA
- Vintage
- 2016
- Region
- Washington State
- Grape variety
- Cabernet Sauvignon / Cabernet Franc / Merlot / Syrah
- Closure
- Naturkorken
- Importer
- Wein Wolf Import GmbH & Co. Vertriebs KG, Königswinterer Str. 552, 53227 Bonn
- Producer
- Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14111 NE 145th St, Woodinville, WA 98072, USA
- Serving temperature
- 16-18 °C
- Body
- 4
- Tannin
- 4
- Acidity
- 3
- Sweetness
- 1
- Fruit
- 4
- Characteristics
- Full-bodied, Dry, Bordeaux Blend, Age-worthy
- Food pairing
- Beef roast, Lamb leg, Wild boar, aged hard cheese
- Élevage
- French oak, 18–20 months