| Private Allocation Release • Wahluke Slope Cabernet |
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91-Point Washington Cabernet
2021 Luke Cabernet Sauvignon
Wahluke Slope AVA • Washington
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| A polished, dark-fruited Wahluke Slope Cabernet with critic pedigree, generous Washington ripeness, and a deal price that makes this a true six-bottle cellar play. |
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Adds 6 bottles to cart • Limited allocation pricing
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Highest
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Wine Enthusiast
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91
James Suckling
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3.7
Peer Avg
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“A lovely nose of blackcurrants, black licorice, woody spice and dried violets. Full-bodied with polished tannins. Juicy and round with dark berries and chocolate on the palate. Spicy finish.”
– James Suckling |
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Tasting Profile
| Fruit: blackcurrant, dark berry, marionberry |
| Structure: full-bodied, polished tannins, generous Washington ripeness |
| Oak + spice: dark chocolate, woody spice, black licorice |
| Finish: round, juicy, spicy, and built for grilled meats |
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A Washington Cabernet Allocation That Over-Delivers
Luke Cabernet comes from Washington’s Wahluke Slope AVA, a sun-drenched, naturally low-yielding zone known for concentrated fruit, generous texture, and Cabernet with immediate drinkability.
This is the kind of Cabernet that feels built for the table: dark berries, blackcurrant, chocolate, and spice, with enough polish to pour now and enough structure to keep a few bottles on hand.
At $17 versus a $35 winery price, the value is straightforward: this is not a generic Cabernet discount. It is a 91-point, estate-driven Washington red priced for a smart six-bottle grab.
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Final Recommendation
Secure this for steak night, cellar backup, and weeknight Cabernet that still feels like a proper bottle.
Drink now with a 20-minute decant, or hold short-to-mid term for a softer, more chocolate-and-spice driven profile.
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Perfect Pairing
The steak’s butter-rich crust meets the wine’s dark fruit and polished tannins, while the spice and chocolate notes make every bite feel more layered.
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