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Clearwater Canyon Cellars 2022 Ralph E. Nichols Heritage Series

Published: July 14, 2025

This Snake River Valley red blend is a Malbec leading blend of Bordeaux varietals including 68% Malbec, 22% Cabernet Franc, 6% Merlot and 4% Cabernet Sauvignon. It presents well-rounded and pronounced aromas of black fruit with a nice mix of floral, herbal and spice notes. Together, aromas hint at pipe tobacco, Allspice and pine pitch. It delivers a bright, juicy mouthfeel with flavors of blackberry and black cherry with notes of dark chocolate building on the mid-palate and carrying a rich, extended finish.

- Reviewed by Gary Hayes

AVA: Lewis-Clark Valley, Idaho
SavorNW Award: Gold Medal 2025
Judges Score: 92 Points
Price: $36

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