Abeja

Washington Cabernet and Franc from Columbia Valley's volcanic terroir.

Abeja produces Cabernet-based wines from Washington's Columbia Valley, a region defined by warm days, cool nights, and deep volcanic soils that favor dark-skinned varieties. The winery's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon and Heather Hill Cabernet Franc have been assessed by Decanter, Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, and Falstaff. The Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon ranks highest among the portfolio, followed by the Cabernet Franc and the core Cabernet Sauvignon. Columbia Valley's continental climate and elevation create the structural tension and ripeness that characterize Washington Cabernets—wines with weight and aging potential. Abeja's focus on these varieties reflects the region's strengths: Cabernet Sauvignon's dark fruit and tannin architecture, and Cabernet Franc's aromatic complexity and silky texture.