In fact, the appellation as a whole boasts many of Washington’s top scoring wines. Today it remains the source of some of Washington’s most desirable and expensive Cabernet Sauvignons. The first vines of the appellation were planted in 1972 in an optimal spot now referred to as the Champoux Vineyard. Horse Heaven Hills has an arid continental climate with elevations ranging from 200 to 1,800 feet. But the soils of the appellation are diverse throughout, ranging from wind-blown sand and loess, Missoula Flood sediment, and rocky basalt. The vineyards bordering the river are on steep, south-facing, well-exposed slopes, with well-drained, sandy-loam soils. These winds moderate temperatures, protect against mold and rot, reduce the risk of early and late season frosts, diminish canopy size and toughen grape skins. In particular, an increase in wind from changes in pressure along the river, which flows from the cool and wet Pacific Ocean, inland to Washington’s hot and arid plains, creates 30% more wind than there would be otherwise. Its proximity to the Columbia River contributes to a variety of climactic factors that dramatically affect its grapes. Horse Heaven Hills is in south central Washington state, geographically bound on its northern border by the Yakima River and in the south, by the larger Columbia River. The flavors of earth, cocoa and ripe cherry come together for a smooth, velvety finish.Its wide prairies and rolling expanses led an early pioneer to proclaim that the region looked like “horse heaven,” and as a result, the area was appropriately named. Water signs, this one is for you! It's medium-bodied with aromas of spice and blackberry. Last but not least, we have a classic Merlot that'll bring the perfect balance to your life. Try it with pepper steak, smoked cheeses, a well-seasoned beef dish, Mexican, or stews! Try this recipe for a comforting beef stew and tag me in photos of the pairing! H3 2016 Merlot Amelia Hitchens
What can you pair this red blend with? Its complex flavors go best with foods that match the same level of complexity.
You will find flavors of cherry, currant, red plum and raspberry jam coming together in a delightful way. This inviting blend is mixture of 75% Merlot, 17% Syrah, 7% Malbec and 1% other red varietals. This bottle is perfect for us because it will keep us grounded even in times of change. We LOVE a good red blend and this one checks all my boxes. H3 2015 Red Blend Les Chevaux Amelia HitchensĬalling all earth signs: it's our time to shine. This wine will pair perfectly with steak, so you'll definitely want to check out this Spoon approved way to cook a steak. Luckily, this wine will pair well with a variety of dishes ranging from grilling and braising to roasting and searing. Those deep berry flavors with a soft tannin cocoa finish will leave you wanting more! With this selection, you will find flavors like black cherry, blackberry, currant and vanilla. Hellooo fire signs! Here's a wine that will live up to your fiery expectations. Smoky with dark plum, mulberry, savoury spice and mocha-vanilla flavours on. H3 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Amelia Hitchens H3 is a good example of a big, bold, juicy and full-bodied Merlot from this area.