Matthews Winery Cuvée Columbia Valley
Ruby colored with garnet highlights. The nose expresses black cherry, plum, and blackberry, layered with notes of violet, cedar, tobacco leaf, and baking spice. The palate is textured delivering ripe dark fruit supported by cocoa, graphite, dried herbs, and espresso. Matthews Winery was founded in 1993 and has become one of Washington State’s premier producers of Bordeaux-inspired wines. Based in Woodinville and sourcing fruit from some of the finest vineyards throughout the Columbia Valley, Matthews is known for emphasizing elegance, balance, and terroir expression rather than sheer power.
Grape Varietal: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec
Feature: Sustainable, Organic
Country: United States
Region: Washington
Appellation: Columbia Valley
Grape Profile: This is a Bordeaux-style blend. Merlot contributes plush texture, black cherry, plum, cocoa, and softness. Cabernet Franc brings violet, red berries, tobacco, graphite, and aromatic lift. Malbec provides blackberry, dark chocolate, color intensity, and richness.
Region Profile: Columbia Valley is Washington State’s largest and most diverse wine region, known for its great growing conditions, including long sunny days, cool nights, and well-draining soils. These factors contribute to the production of balanced and concentrated wines.
Pair with: Steak. Grilled and roasted meats. Hearty vegetables like mushrooms, squash, and carrots. Stews, rich sauces and demi-glazes. Hard, aged cheeses like Gouda and Cheddar.
