2019 Anvil by Forgeron Cabernet Sauvignon
Old vines produce this supple and sensual Cabernet. Classic in its elegance, this wine is approachable now but built to age. Our Cabernet Sauvignon is always lush, rich and complex. While sometimes a blend, often times a single varietal, it is always the optimal expression of that vintage and always from the most sought-after and reputable vineyards in Washington State.
Cabernet Sauvignon from Dionysus Vineyard is exquisite; from the dominant black cherry profile with hints of oak and blueberry in the background to the hint of structured brightness from the Petit Verdot. The full mouth-feel that is big and thick, with candied blackberry notes that slowly evolve into the soft, velvety finish built on layers of complexity. This vintage will age gracefully through the years.
| Download Wine Notes |
| Varietal Composition | 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot |
| Appellation | Columbia Valley |
| Vineyard | Dionysus |
| Acid | 5.9g/L |
| PH | 3.8 |
| Aging | 26 months in French oak |
| Alcohol | 14.60% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Bottling Date | 03/12/2022 |
| Cases Produced | 214 |
93 points, Jeb Dunnuck
Blackcurrants, smoked tobacco, chocolate, and baking spice notes all emerge from the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon ANVIL Dionysus Vineyard Block 11, a powerful, medium to full-bodied, ripe, sexy Cabernet Sauvignon with quality tannins, a broad, expansive mouthfeel, and a great finish. It's another wine from this estate that has plenty of up-front appeal (particularly with a decant) yet will evolve gracefully and have a good 15+ years of prime drinking.
92 points, James Suckling
Aromas of cassis and blueberries with toasted walnuts, black licorice, star anise and chocolate. Medium- to full-bodied, velvety and sleek with supple tannins and bright acidity. Ripe and succulent with a flavorful finish. Drink now.
90 points, Vinous
The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Dionysus Vineyard is notably peppery with dusty rose and crushed raspberries forming its airy bouquet. This blends silky textures with tart red berry fruits and juicy acidity to create a display of pleasurable contrasts. Finishing with a mocha tinge and grippy tannins as hints of brown spice fade, the 2019 leaves the mouth watering for more.
- Eric Guido
90 points, Wine Enthusiast Magazine
With the inclusion of 8% Petit Verdot, this medium-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon possesses a remarkably creamy texture, with bright acidity and fine-grained tannins. Its blueberry and ginger aromas are punctuated by the graphite of a Ticonderoga pencil. The wine's flavors focus on smoked cherries, thyme and a touch of dark chocolate.
- Michael Alberty
DIONYSUS VINEYARD
Located on a southwest facing slope in Pasco, Washington that overlooks the Columbia River. Planted in 1988, Dionysus has some of the oldest vines in Washington State. These old vines benefit from an established root system, regulating vigor and allowing the vines to consistently produce rich, dense and generous grapes. Our rows follow the slope towards the southwest, almost 45 degrees off due north, which allows for nearly perfect sun exposure while minimizing over-ripening. As the sun lowers down in the evenings, both sides of the canopy receive evening sun, lending incredible evenness and consistency to the fruit.
Old vine Cabernet Sauvignon has become the remarkable flagship varietal of the Dionysus Vineyard. In 2008, we started sourcing Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from Block 11 and later experimented with Petit Verdot from Block 13 which adds generous flavors and great texture. We like to do an extended maceration post-fermentation for a total time on skins up to 45 days. During maceration, we fully extract these generous grapes for depth and full flavors.
