Catman Cellars
Catman Cellars produces wines in Yamhill County, Oregon, a region defined by cool-climate viticulture and diverse soil profiles that support both traditional and unconventional varietals. The winery's portfolio centers on three red wines: a Sangiovese that channels the Italian varietal's characteristic structure and acidity, a Zinfandel that expresses the grape's ripe fruit character, and a Cabernet Franc that benefits from Oregon's ability to ripen this Bordeaux variety with freshness and restraint. Wine Enthusiast has rated across the range. The Sangiovese leads the portfolio in prestige assessment, followed by the Zinfandel and Cabernet Franc. Oregon's Willamette Valley subregion—of which Yamhill County is a part—has become known for nuanced red wines that balance ripeness with food-friendly acidity, a profile evident in Catman's offerings.
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Wine Enthusiast