From Sparrow’s red wine by the bottle list, the Stanley Groovy Cabernet is a bold, food-friendly Red Mountain red, and it is $120 by the bottle.
About Stanley Groovy Cabernet
Stanley Groovy comes from The Walls Vineyards, a Walla Walla winery known for a playful, boundary-pushing approach to Washington wine. The name nods to the historic state penitentiary near the winery, and the label has long leaned into the idea of breaking from convention. This bottling is grown in the Red Mountain AVA, one of Washington’s warmest and most prized growing areas, which is famous for producing concentrated, structured reds. As the menu notes, it is the 2022 vintage, and it has earned a reputation locally as a strong value, described as a top Cabernet in the state and praised for its price point. For Kirkland and Eastside guests who love a big Washington Cab, it is a fun, characterful pick that overdelivers.
Tasting Notes
Bold and juicy with a long finish, this is a very food-friendly Cab. Look for black plum and cherry flavors rounded out with herb and cedar notes. It has the ripe, generous fruit you expect from Red Mountain along with enough structure to stand up to a hearty plate. The juicy core and savory edge make it the kind of red that keeps you reaching for another sip between bites.
What to Pair It With
A bold Cabernet like this loves red meat. From the Sparrow dinner menu, pour it with the American Wagyu steaks, the American Wagyu Steak Sandwich, or the Sparrow-Smoked Rack. The herb and cedar notes also make it a great match for the Italian Sausage Fresh Rigatoni or the Lamb Quesa-Birria Tacos when you are in the mood for something bigger and bolder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Stanley Groovy Cabernet from?
It is a Cabernet from the Red Mountain AVA in Washington State, made by The Walls Vineyards in Walla Walla.
How much is Stanley Groovy Cabernet at Sparrow in Kirkland?
It is $120 by the bottle on Sparrow’s red wine list, available in our Juanita neighborhood restaurant and lounge on the Eastside.
What does Stanley Groovy Cabernet taste like?
It is bold and juicy with black plum and cherry flavors, herb and cedar notes, and a long, food-friendly finish.
Find it on the Sparrow beverages menu near the Northstar Cabernet, another standout Washington red. We are in Kirkland’s Juanita neighborhood on the Eastside, so reserve a table and come taste it.