Cataclysm produces wines from Columbia Valley, Washington's expansive growing region. The winery focuses on two core expressions: a Chardonnay and a Cabernet Sauvignon. Columbia Valley's continental climate—marked by warm days, cool nights, and low rainfall—shapes wines of concentration and balance. The Chardonnay reflects the region's capacity for ripe stone fruit and mineral tension, while the Cabernet Sauvignon captures the dark-berry intensity and structural depth that define Washington's Bordeaux varietals. Wine Enthusiast has rated both wines.
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- Columbia Valley, Washington (often using fruit from the Goose Gap AVA)., Wines: Known for 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon and Red Blend (typically featuring Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, and Malbec)., Style: Full-bodied, robust, and often noted for savory or earthy notes., Price Point: Generally affordable, often cited as a "Best Buy" around $16–$20., Mission: A portion of proceeds supports disaster recovery efforts in partnership with All Hands & Hearts., Key Wine Profiles, 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon: Features aromas of bramble berries, dark chocolate, and cassis, with a "chewy" texture., 2020 Red Blend: A Bordeaux-style blend (Merlot, Syrah, Malbec, etc.) with notes of stewed fruit, mocha, and spice, United States
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- Wine Enthusiast 88/100