2016 Betz Family Winery 'Pere de Famille' Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley

Winemaker Notes: The vibrant, purple magenta color of the 2016 Pére de Famille extends from one rim of the glass to the other, a hint of the intense aromatics to follow. The breadth of what’s here is phenomenal and sensual: black and blue berries, crushed bay leaf and thyme; eucalyptus, rose petal and fresh tobacco. On the palate the wine has power and dimension, with rich cassis, baking spice and a hint of graphite. Terrifically fresh, the minerality that lingers through the finish is pronounced and lengthy. At turns expansive, elegant and muscular, this is delicious now but has the promise of a brilliant life ahead in the cellar.

CRITICAL ACCLAIM

Jeb Dunnuck - "Lastly, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Pere de Famille is another flawlessly balanced, pure, powerful 2016 that knocks it out of the park in terms of quality. Crème de cassis, blackberries, lead pencil, iron, and violet notes all emerge from this inky colored, full-bodied, yet ultra-fine Cabernet Sauvignon that does everything right. A blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Petit Verdot, and 5% Merlot that’s mostly from Red Mountain, it has the balance and texture to shine even today yet will keep for 20+ years."


Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - "The 2016 Pere de Famille is composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Merlot. The nose gives up enticing, expressive red and black fruit along with floral highlights that add to the wine's elegance and refinement. The palate is ripe and good focus on freshness, showing rich, juicy fruit with beautifully balanced oak spices. The wine ends with a long-lingering finish with a youthful tannic structure that will ensure this wine ages with elegance over its lifetime. I can't help but take another sip. 1,300 cases produced."

James Suckling - "This has a deeply smoky and dark-fruited core with hints of graphite and iodine, across rich dark berries, mulberries and blackcurrants. The palate has regal and refined tannins that carry plenty of depth and flavor. Excellent richness and concentration with superb balance. A blend of 75% cabernet sauvignon, 20% petit verdot and 5% merlot. Drink across the next decade and beyond. "