The star of the lineup is the 2011 Artist Series. A blend of 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc and 1% Merlot, it offers gorgeous cassis, black currants, licorice, charred earth and dark chocolate like aromas and flavors. Pure, concentrated and elegant, with full-bodied richness and a layered, focused feel, it should be at its best from 2016-2026. Chateau Ste Michelle continues to release high-quality wines that, in most cases, represent superb values. All of these 2011s and 2012s are noteworthy. Tel. (425) 415-3300; www.ste-michelle.com