Expect black currant, dark cherry, plum, cedar, and a savory note characteristic of Columbia Valley fruit, with full body and structured tannins. The 2019 Washington vintage was very good.
- Varietal
- Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant (Sparkman's Holler is a Cabernet-led red)
- Region
- USA / Washington / Columbia Valley
- Body
- Full
- Style
- dry red, oak-aged, structured
The producer
Sparkman Cellars was founded in 2004 by Chris and Kelly Sparkman in Woodinville, Washington. The estate produces a range of Bordeaux- and Rhône-influenced wines from Columbia Valley fruit and has built a reputation for distinctive, well-made Washington reds.
What critics say
Sparkman wines receive consistently strong reviews from Washington-focused critics and have built a loyal following.
Pairing
Grilled ribeye, lamb chops, beef short rib