14 Hands

Washington Cabernet Franc and Merlot blends rated by major critics.

14 Hands produces wines from Washington, a region defined by its continental climate and diverse terroir across the Columbia River Basin. The winery's Reserve program focuses on Bordeaux and Rhône varieties, with particular emphasis on Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Malbec. The Reserve Cabernet Franc–Merlot blend and single-varietal Reserve Cabernet Franc have drawn attention from Wine Enthusiast, Decanter, and Wine Advocate. The Reserve Malbec rounds out the portfolio, offering another expression of the region's capacity for structured red wines. These bottlings reflect Washington's ability to ripen dark-skinned grapes to full phenolic maturity while maintaining the acidity and complexity that define serious winemaking in the state.