2021 Ultima, Cabernet Sauvignon 94+ pts
The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Última is a youthfully coy, slowly opening with a mix of balsamic-tinged blackberries, dusty sage and dried violets. It’s silky smooth with ripe red and black fruit notes accentuated by hints of violet pastille and a bitter nip of clove. Edgy tannins, offset by a bump of residual acidity, taper off with admirable length. Drink 2026-2036- Vinous
The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Última is a youthfully coy, slowly opening with a mix of balsamic-tinged blackberries, dusty sage and dried violets. It’s silky smooth with ripe red and black fruit notes accentuated by hints of violet pastille and a bitter nip of clove. Edgy tannins, offset by a bump of residual acidity, taper off with admirable length. Drink 2026-2036- Vinous
The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Última is a youthfully coy, slowly opening with a mix of balsamic-tinged blackberries, dusty sage and dried violets. It’s silky smooth with ripe red and black fruit notes accentuated by hints of violet pastille and a bitter nip of clove. Edgy tannins, offset by a bump of residual acidity, taper off with admirable length. Drink 2026-2036- Vinous
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Blend: 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot, 4% Malbec
Fermentation: 100% in concrete tanks. aging: 28 months, 100% New French oak 265L.
AVA: Columbia Valley
Alcohol: 14.9%
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he 2021 Última is notable for using mostly fruit from Red Mountain, chosen for its sophistication and depth. The selected vineyards aimed for an extended growing season and refined tannin structure, focusing on a site called Ranch at the End of The Road, located at the top of Sunset Road. This small block, owned by Kiona Vineyards, is sourced by only two wineries apart from Kiona
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In 2021, an early bud break occurred due to a dry winter and warm spring, with cold nights posing a frost threat in Columbia Valley. Despite warm conditions leading to a smaller crop, late June experienced extreme heat (110-118°F for nearly three weeks). Yields were low, but Sauvignon Blanc maintained high quality thanks to cooling in August. Red wines had less color compared to previous years, though Washington's anthocyanin abundance ensures decent color.
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