Ryan Patrick Cabernet Sauvignon 'Rock Island' Columbia Valley 2017 skus_1120041 The grapes come from vineyards

The grapes come from vineyards situated on hills with a moderate slope

The crispness and "grip" that are the hallmark of Cockburn's tawnies come from the judicious blending and the continuous refreshing of these wood-aged wines

the two most important regions in Northern Italy are Piedmont in the northwest

This cuvée Grenache is the perfect wine as an aperitive between friends or paired with meals

Also excellent with meat tortellini

Ryan Patrick Cabernet Sauvignon 'Rock Island' Columbia Valley 2017 skus_1120041 The grapes come from vineyardsPlum aromas are out front, with whiffs of coffee, green pepper and jalapeo following. The palate is broad and flavorful. It wants a bit more concentration and ripeness, but otherwise what's there is lovely, if a bit green.