2018 Spring Valley Vineyard Frederick Red Wine

(93 Points) The 2018 Frederick is based on 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc, 23% Merlot, and 16% Syrah , all from the Walla Walla Valley, that spent 19 months in 40% new French oak. It has a great nose of ripe red and black fruits as well as notes of chocolate, dried herbs, and loamy soils, with subtle background oak. Medium to full-bodied, it has firm tannins, a solid core of sweet fruit, and a great finish. It's going to benefit from 2-3 years in the cellar and drink brilliantly over the following decade.  Jeb Dunnuck