About Quilceda Creek:

Quilceda Creek is one of Washington State’s most prestigious wineries, renowned for producing world-class Cabernet Sauvignon. Founded in 1978 by Alex and Jeannette Golitzin, the winery is located in Snohomish, Washington, and has established itself as a benchmark producer in the region. Their focus on quality and consistency has garnered critical acclaim, including multiple perfect 100-point scores from renowned wine critics.

Philosophy and Winemaking

Quilceda Creek is dedicated to crafting wines that express the unique terroir of Washington’s Columbia Valley. The winery sources its fruit primarily from select vineyards in the Horse Heaven Hills, Red Mountain, and other premium growing areas. These include vineyards like Champoux, one of the oldest and most esteemed in the state, known for its ability to produce intensely flavored and complex Cabernet Sauvignon.

The winemaking approach emphasizes low yields, meticulous vineyard management, and precise attention to detail during production. The wines are typically aged in French oak barrels to achieve a rich, structured profile while maintaining a balance of power and elegance.

Awards and Recognition

Quilceda Creek has achieved a cult-like status in the wine world, earning accolades for its exceptional consistency. It has been awarded multiple 98-100 point scores throughout the years by our editorial staff, solidifying its reputation as a stand-out winery for American Cabernet Sauvignon. Quilceda Creek represents the pinnacle of Washington winemaking, offering wines of unparalleled quality that rival the finest Cabernets from Napa Valley and Bordeaux. Quilceda Creek crafts some of the most captivating Cabernet Sauvignon, not just in the United States but on the global stage, standing shoulder to shoulder with the finest offerings from any renowned wine region.

In this report we cover the 2022 vintage . The wines are a monumental success in this vintage. It is also the first where Mark Kaigas and Paul Golitzin worked together on the entire vintage and the result is another stellar set of wines from Quildeda Creek that should impress early on, but also evolve gracefully in the cellars of collectors for many years to come. 

For more information on Quilceda Creek, please visit their website: www.quilcedacreek.com