--- title: 2019 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon date: 2026-06-23T03:53:00-07:00 canonical_url: "https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/reserve/reserve-cabernet-sauvignon/2019-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon" section: Wines --- ![Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/matthews/bottleShots/_640x2026_crop_center-center_82_line/OUTSHINERY-Matthews-Reserve_CabSauv-2019.png) [ $95/Bottle | Buy Now ](https://shop.avalle.us/product/2019-matthews-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon) The 2019 Matthews Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon was crafted from several vineyards across four separate AVAs in Washington State: Red Mountain, Columbia Valley, Royal Slope and the Walla Walla Valley. Farmed using sustainable practices, the vines were limited to one or two clusters per shoot for maximum concentration. They were then hand-harvested in the early mornings of September 6th – October 20th, 2019. Upon arriving in the winery, each cluster was hand-sorted, berry-sorted, and then fermented in 54% concrete 46% stainless steel. Using only the free-run wine, it was then moved to custom French oak barrels for 22 months of cellaring with over 40 individual evaluations by our winemaking team. The resulting 26 barrels were bottled, without fining or filtration, producing only 591 cases. Tasting Notes Dried strawberry, black currants and dark cherries with winter spices and with a touch of vanilla. Swirling enhances dark fruits, ripe figs with a touch of caramel and star anise. The palate is well structured and balanced, silky tannins with a long bramble berries finish. Ageable to 2033 and beyond, with a bright and vibrant drinkability now. Food Pairing Recommendations Braised Beef with Bacon, Carrots and Mushrooms ![Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/matthews/bottleShots/_640x2026_crop_center-center_82_line/OUTSHINERY-Matthews-Reserve_CabSauv-2019.png) [ $95/Bottle | Buy Now ](https://shop.avalle.us/product/2019-matthews-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon) Varietal Composition 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc Vinification Fermented in 54% concrete and 46% stainless steel. Aged for 22 months in 96% new French oak. Alcohol 15% Cases Produced 592 Drinkability Now-2033 Trade Materials - [ 2019 Matthews Reserve Cab Sauv - Tech Sheet ](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/matthews/wineTradeAssets/2019-Matthews-Reserve-Cab-Sauv-Tech-Sheet-Final.pdf) - [ 2019 Matthews Reserve Cab Sauv - Bottle Shot ](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/matthews/wineTradeAssets/OUTSHINERY-Matthews-Reserve_CabSauv-2019.png) - [ 2019 Matthews Reserve Cab Sauv - Pairing Recipe ](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/matthews/wineTradeAssets/2019-Matthews-Reserve-Cab-Sauv-Pairing-Recipe-Final.pdf) ## Awards & Accolades - “The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is a blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot, and 4% Cabernet Franc. Dense purple, it offers a solid array of chocolaty dark fruits, smoky oak, graphite, and chalky minerality. Rich, full-bodied, and concentrated, it's balanced, has beautiful tannins, and a great finish. Give it a solid 4-5 years if you can and enjoy over the following two decades.” \- 94+ points, Jeb Dunnuck, jebdunnuck.com - ## Vineyards ![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) ![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) Past Vintages ## Explore the Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Vintages - [2022](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/reserve/reserve-cabernet-sauvignon/2022-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon) - [2021](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/reserve/reserve-cabernet-sauvignon/2021-matthews-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon) - [2020](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/reserve/reserve-cabernet-sauvignon/reserve-cabernet-sauvignon) - 2019 - [2018](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/reserve/reserve-cabernet-sauvignon/2018) - [2017](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/reserve/reserve-cabernet-sauvignon/2017-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon) - [2016](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/reserve/reserve-cabernet-sauvignon/2016-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon) ## Related Wines Previous Next - [ ![Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/matthews/bottleShots/_640x2026_crop_center-center_82_line/OUTSHINERY-Matthews-Reserve_CabSauv-2018.png) ### Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon ](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/reserve/reserve-cabernet-sauvignon/2018) - [ ![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) - [ ![Cabernet Sauvignon](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/matthews/bottleShots/_640x2133_crop_center-center_82_line/OUTSHINERY-Matthews-CabSauv-2018.png) ### Cabernet Sauvignon ](https://mwe-matthews.transom.dev/wines/columbia-valley/cabernet-sauvignon/2018) [ 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