• 86 Points
    Sparkman 2014 Ruby Leigh Red (Columbia Valley (WA))

    This wine is principally Merlot (56%) and Cabernet Franc (22%), with the balance equal parts Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon. The aromas bring notes of vanilla, spice, freshly hewn wood and dried coriander, with the barrel influence (only 56% new French) seeming way out front. The flavors are lighter in style, with the oak winning the day.

    — S.S. Published 7/1/2018
  • 86 Points
    Sparkman 2014 Ruby Leigh Red (Columbia Valley (WA))

    This wine is principally Merlot (56%) and Cabernet Franc (22%), with the balance equal parts Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon. The aromas bring notes of vanilla, spice, freshly hewn wood and dried coriander, with the barrel influence (only 56% new French) seeming way out front. The flavors are lighter in style, with the oak winning the day.

    — S.S. Published 7/1/2018
  • 86 Points
    Sparkman 2014 Ruby Leigh Red (Columbia Valley (WA))

    This wine is principally Merlot (56%) and Cabernet Franc (22%), with the balance equal parts Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon. The aromas bring notes of vanilla, spice, freshly hewn wood and dried coriander, with the barrel influence (only 56% new French) seeming way out front. The flavors are lighter in style, with the oak winning the day.

    — S.S. Published 7/1/2018
  • 86 Points
    Sparkman 2014 Ruby Leigh Red (Columbia Valley (WA))

    This wine is principally Merlot (56%) and Cabernet Franc (22%), with the balance equal parts Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon. The aromas bring notes of vanilla, spice, freshly hewn wood and dried coriander, with the barrel influence (only 56% new French) seeming way out front. The flavors are lighter in style, with the oak winning the day.

    — S.S. Published 7/1/2018