A good value, the 2012 Yakima Valley Red Wine is a blend of 36% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc, 27% Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest Malbec, all of which spent 20 months in 20% new French oak, where it was racked only once prior to bottling. Inky colored, with ample plum and darker berry fruits, licorice and herbal notes, it’s medium to full-bodied, rounded, supple, and downright sexy by this estate’s standards. It offers tons of pleasure and will drink nicely for 4-5 years.