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Wine Details
Price:
$35.00 per bottle
Description:
Dark ruby in color with glints of deep purple hues. Abundant aromas of black cherry, plum, and with spicy elements that include vanilla bean, black pepper and cedar. This 2002 vintage exudes classic character indicative of Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. It evokes a layered, balanced amalgam of blackberry, black olive, coffee, cedar and spice punctuated by subtle notes of cassis and chocolate. In the finish, the wine boasts sturdy yet resolved toasty oak tannins. Age-worthy and complex.
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Varietal Definition
Cabernet Sauvignon:
Cabernet Sauvignon is the most widely planted and significant among the five dominant varieties in France’s Bordeaux region, as well as the most successful red wine produced in California. Though it was thought to be an ancient variety, recent genetic studies at U.C. Davis have determined that Cabernet Sauvignon is actually the hybrid offspring of Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Franc. Cabernet Sauvignon berries are small with black, thick and very tough skin. This toughness makes the grapes fairly resistant to disease and spoilage and able to withstand some autumn rains with little or no damage. It is a mid to late season ripener. These growth characteristics, along with its flavor appeal have made Cabernet Sauvignon one of the most popular red wine varieties worldwide.
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