Since 1978, Quilceda Creek has focused exclusively on producing exceptional cabernet sauvignons that rival and surpass the quality and pedigree of the finest cabernets in the world. They have outdone themselves with the magnificent 2021 vintage.

Check out the press on this beauty!

100 points, Jeb Dunnuck:
The flagship 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon (90% from Champoux Vineyard and 10% from Mach One Vineyard) raised all in new barrels. It's slightly deeper hued than the CVR and has a stunning nose of blackcurrants, smoked tobacco, toasted spices, and graphite with a beautiful varietal, herbal undertone that comes through with time in the glass. Deep, rich, full-bodied, and velvety textured, this thrilling Washington State Cabernet Sauvignon will benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age and evolve for two decades. This is unquestionably up with the greatest vintages of this cuvée ever made.

100 points, International Wine Report:
"The 2021 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon from Quilceda Creek is once again another monumental release. It begins to impress with its striking perfumed aromas of ripe blackberries and dark currants, which are joined together with crushed violets, graphite, tobacco, and hints of licorice all developing in the glass. On the palate, this possesses a gorgeous full body that is impeccably structured with beautifully polished tannins that result in an utterly seamless texture. This continues to impress with its excellent balance and concentration combined with remarkable overall power and finesse. There is a lovely touch of underlying acidity that ties it all together and provides a wonderful sense of freshness that carries it into the lavish finish. While this is already stunning in its youth, it is ultimately an age-worthy wine that will go on to evolve for decades. Quilceda Creek sets the benchmark for cabernet sauvignon in Washington, and this is a clear example of why they have earned that reputation."

100 points, Owen Bargreen
"The 2021 ‘Columbia Valley’ mainly comes from the Champoux Vineyard (90%) with the remainder coming from the Mach One Vineyard. A range of cabernet sauvignon clones is blended into this wine which spent 20 months in all new French oak before bottling. The aromatics really pop here with violets alongside potpourri and Turkish coffee, sandalwood, allspice-dusted dates, and shades of black licorice. The palate is generous, weightless, and is a total show-stopper. Concentrated blue and black fruits with walnut, with creme de violette all brilliantly combine with the elegant mid-palate mouthfeel. Finishing extremely long, this is nothing short of perfection in a bottle. I don’t say this lightly but this is arguably the finest Columbia Valley cabernet sauvignon I have ever tasted. Give this three hours or more in the decanter if enjoying now. Drink 2024-2044."

98+ Points, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:
The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon erupts with a classic Quilceda Creek expression. A big, bold, and boisterous wine, it presents a fresh, juicy attack with gobs of succulent, ripe, fresh fruit tones complemented by plenty of oak essences. The palate is full-bodied, fresh, layered, and complex, showcasing balanced acidity and fine-grained tannins. The elongated finish suggests that while it can be enjoyed now, patience will be generously rewarded with additional years in the cellar. However, keeping your hands off this gorgeous wine will take a lot of self-discipline. Rating: 98+

98 points, James Suckling: 
With 90% of the grapes from Champoux Vineyard and 10% from Mach One Vineyard, this blend could have been labeled Horse Heaven Hills and is certainly no less a standout than the vineyard-designate bottlings. Mint, black fruit, cinnamon, sandalwood, blueberry, and floral notes form a seamless whole, wrapped in beautifully integrated, fine tannins.

ABV: 14.9%