(Alexander Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon) Saturated, very dark purple red violet color; savory, tart black currant, pencil lead, graphite, light menthol nose; tight, savory, graphite, tart currant, tart roasted black fruit palate with firm, fine tannins and good balancing acidity; needs 2-3 years; medium-plus finish (14.2% alcohol; includes small amounts of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec & Petit Verdot; 14 months in oak; remarkably good savory style Cabernet for $13-15)
By Richard Jennings
(Alexander Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon) Saturated, very dark purple red violet color; savory, tart black currant, pencil lead, graphite, light menthol nose; tight, savory, graphite, tart currant, tart roasted black fruit palate with firm, fine tannins and good balancing acidity; needs 2-3 years; medium-plus finish (14.2% alcohol; includes small amounts of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec & Petit Verdot; 14 months in oak; remarkably good savory style Cabernet for $13-15)3/11/2016, (See more on RJonWine.com...) 91 points