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Columbia Crest Cabernet Sauvignon
Columbia Crest · Washington · United States
$9.99
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Why it’s a great value
It carries a verified 88-point score from Wine Enthusiast at a price under $25. The next step up in the same style, Francis Ford Coppola Winery Diamond Collection Cabernet Sauvignon, is $13.99.
Taste profile
SweetnessDry → Sweet
BodyLight → Full
Acidity*Soft → Bright
Tannin*Silky → Grippy
Oak*None → Bold
Fruit*Subtle → Intense
* WineDiscounts editorial estimate based on verified tasting notes.
What it tastes like
Dark berries, plum and cherry layered with chocolate, vanilla, coffee and a touch of spice.
You’ll like this if…
Choose this if you like approachable Cabernet with ripe fruit, noticeable structure and oak-driven chocolate/vanilla notes.
Why buy it
A reliable Washington Cabernet from a major producer, with enough tannin and dark fruit for hearty food but an easygoing price and screwcap convenience.
Best for
Steak, burgers, braised meats, mushroom dishes and casual red-wine nights.
Style
Bold, dry, dark-fruited Washington Cabernet with grippy tannins and polished oak notes.
Drinks like
Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, value-tier Washington red blends, fruit-forward Cabernet from warm New World regions.
Experience level
Beginner-friendly, but still structured enough for Cabernet fans.
Flavor notes
Pairs well with
braised short rib · grilled lamb chops · mushroom risotto · aged gouda · pasta with meat ragu
Best occasions
Serving & enjoying
- Serving temperature:
- 60-65°F
- Decanting:
- Not required, but 20-30 minutes of air helps soften the tannins.
- Glassware:
- Cabernet or Bordeaux-style red wine glass
- Drink or cellar:
- Current-release, ready-to-drink style; enjoy over the next few years rather than cellaring long-term.
- After opening:
- Best within 2-3 days if recorked and kept cool.
Guidance partly estimated by WineDiscounts from the wine’s style.
About this wine
Columbia Crest Grand Estates Cabernet Sauvignon is a Washington Cabernet with dark berry and plum fruit, plus chocolate, vanilla and light spice. It is bold and structured but still approachable, making it a flexible choice for weeknight steaks, pasta and slow-cooked meats.
Wine details
- Type
- red
- Varietal
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Grapes
- Cabernet Sauvignon, Small amounts of Merlot and Syrah are mentioned in the Wine Enthusiast review of the 2020 vintage
- Producer
- Columbia Crest
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Washington
- Appellation
- Columbia Valley
- Bottle size
- 750 Ml
- ABV
- 14.5%
Details last verified September 24, 2026
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Winemaking details ›
- Winemaker:
- Guy Barnes, Head Winemaker
- Vineyard source:
- Retailer materials describe the wine as crafted from premier vineyard sites throughout Washington's Columbia Valley; current producer page does not provide a vintage-specific vineyard list.
- Vessel:
- French and American oak barrels are cited in retailer materials.
About the winery · Columbia Crest ›
Columbia Crest is a Washington winery based in the Horse Heaven Hills area near the Columbia River. The winery opened in 1982 and describes itself as the first winery in the Horse Heaven Hills AVA. Columbia Crest focuses on Washington State and Columbia Valley fruit, combining estate vineyard resources with approachable, value-driven winemaking. Grand Estates Cabernet Sauvignon was introduced as part of the Grand Estates tier in 2001.
Critic reviews
88/100Wine Enthusiast
“Aromas of smoked blackberries and coffee lead to dark plums, dark chocolate and anise.”
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Columbia Crest Cabernet Sauvignon dry or sweet?
- Columbia Crest Cabernet Sauvignon is bone dry — its sweetness rating is 1 on our 1 (bone dry) to 5 (sweet) scale. It is medium-to-full bodied.
- What does Columbia Crest Cabernet Sauvignon taste like?
- Dark berries, plum and cherry layered with chocolate, vanilla, coffee and a touch of spice.
- What food pairs with Columbia Crest Cabernet Sauvignon?
- It pairs well with braised short rib, grilled lamb chops, mushroom risotto, aged gouda and pasta with meat ragu.
- How should I serve Columbia Crest Cabernet Sauvignon?
- Serve at 60-65°F. Not required, but 20-30 minutes of air helps soften the tannins. Glass: Cabernet or Bordeaux-style red wine glass.
- Is Columbia Crest Cabernet Sauvignon a good value?
- At $9.99 it carries a verified 88-point score from Wine Enthusiast; the review is shown on this page.
- What is the bottle size and alcohol content of Columbia Crest Cabernet Sauvignon?
- 750 ml bottle, 14.5% alcohol by volume.