--- title: 2019 Claret date: 2026-06-23T03:53:00-07:00 canonical_url: "https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2019-claret" section: Wines --- ![Claret](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/matthews/bottleShots/_640x2011_crop_center-center_82_line/OUTSHINERY-Matthews-Claret-2019-2.png) Sold Out The 2019 Matthews Claret comes from several small vineyard parcels within three AVAs: Royal Slope, Columbia Valley, and Red Mountain. Harvested by hand in the early fall mornings 2019, it was hand-sorted and fermented in the winery using both concrete and stainless-steel tanks. The free-run wine was cellared in French oak for 21 months. Evaluated over 40 times by the winemaking team, only 67 barrels were ultimately selected to be blended, and finally bottled in July 2021. Tasting Notes Mixed with currants and black tea, with muddled ripe strawberry and fresh raspberry puree. Swirling adds spice, sweetness, vanilla bean, and an inviting note of fresh berries. The palate is open, with ripe tannins and a mouthwatering finish. Already exciting while still being accessible. A blend that builds on the Clarets that have come before and shows a bit of where the wine will head in vintages to come. ![Claret](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/matthews/bottleShots/_640x2011_crop_center-center_82_line/OUTSHINERY-Matthews-Claret-2019-2.png) Varietal Composition 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, 2% Malbec, 2% Petit Verdot Vinification Fermented in a combination of concrete (54%) and stainless steel (46%) tanks. Aged for 21 months in 67% new French oak. Alcohol 14.6% Cases Produced 1,488 Drinkability Now-2033 Trade Materials - [ 2019 Matthews Claret - Tech Sheet ](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/matthews/wineTradeAssets/2019-Matthews-Claret-Tech-Sheet_2022-02-15-212850_hmry.pdf) - [ 2019 Matthews Claret - Bottle Shot ](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/matthews/wineTradeAssets/OUTSHINERY-Matthews-Claret-2019-2.png) ## Awards & Accolades - “Aromas of plum, black cherry and redcurrant. Full-bodied with silky tannins. Bright acidity helps to drive the palate with lots of juicy black fruit and herbal complexity. Lingering finish. 46% cabernet sauvignon, 40% merlot, 10% cabernet franc, 2% malbec and 2% petit verdot. Drink or hold.” \- 92 points, James Suckling, jamessuckling.com - ## Vineyards ![Royal Slope](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/matthews/vineyardMaps/Map-Royal-Slope-AVA-3_2_2022-09-20-182941_opfx.svg)### Royal Slope Designated: 2020 Vineyards: 1,900 acres (768 hectares) Top Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc Average Annual Precipitation: 6-8 inches Soil: Sandy loam, soil Average Vine Age: 14yrs [Learn More](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/vineyards/royal-slope) ![Red Mountain](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/matthews/vineyardMaps/Map-Red-Mountain-3_2_2022-09-20-175138_udmh.svg) ### Red Mountain Designated: 2001 Vineyards: 2,382 acres (963 hectares) Top Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc Average Annual Precipitation: 5 inches Soil: Silt, sand, volcanic basalt Average vine age: 22yrs [Learn More](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/vineyards/red-mountain) Past Vintages ## Explore the Claret Vintages - [2022](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2022-claret) - [2021](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2021-columbia-valley-claret) - [2020](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2020-claret) - 2019 - [2018](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2018-2) - [2017](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2017-claret) - [2016](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2016-claret) - [2015](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2015-claret) - [2014](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2014-claret) - [2013](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2013-claret) - [2012](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2012-claret) - [2011](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2011-claret) - [2010](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2010-claret) - [2009](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2009-claret) - [2008](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2008-claret) - [2007](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2007-claret) - [2006](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2016-claret-2) ## Related Wines Previous Next - [ ![Claret](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/matthews/bottleShots/_640x2026_crop_center-center_82_line/OUTSHINERY-Matthews-Claret-2018_2021-09-21-205027_sptf.png) ### Claret ](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/claret/2018-2) - [ ![Cuvée](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/matthews/bottleShots/_640x2026_crop_center-center_82_line/OUTSHINERY-Matthews-Cuvee-2018_2021-09-23-181059_xtdj.png) ### Cuvée ](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/cuv%C3%A9e/2018-cuv%C3%A9e) - [ ![Reserve Claret](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/matthews/bottleShots/_640x2026_crop_center-center_82_line/OUTSHINERY-Matthews-Reserve_Claret-Columbia-2018_2021-09-21-010629_slnr.png) ### Reserve Claret ](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/reserve/reserve-claret/2018-reserve-claret) [ Back ](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines)--- Open scroll-to-section menu - [ Overview ](#tech-specs) - [ Accolades ](#accolades) - [ Vineyards ](#vineyards) - [ Related Wines ](#related-wines) ## Scroll To - [ Overview ](#tech-specs) - [ Accolades ](#accolades) - [ Vineyards ](#vineyards) - [ Related Wines ](#related-wines) Close dialog