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Alden Vineyards

2006 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2006 Rodney Strong Alden Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon is a captivating red wine hailing from the esteemed Alexander Valley, a region known for its outstanding Cabernet varieties. This full-bodied wine presents a delightful balance of boldness and elegance, showcasing a remarkable depth of flavor and structure. It boasts significant acidity, adding freshness and vibrancy that perfectly complement the rich fruit notes. Tannins are notably firm, providing a solid backbone that enhances the wine’s ageability. The fruit intensity is prominent, with lush ripe blackcurrant and blackberry flavors intermingled with hints of cedar and spice, offering a complex and rewarding tasting experience. This wine is crafted in a dry style, allowing the concentrated fruit character to shine through beautifully.

Tasting notes:


Oak

Oak

Blackberry

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Alexander Valley

One of the warmest AVAs in Sonoma County, Alexander Valley stretches from the banks of the Russian River into the foothills of the Mayacamas mountain range. Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are the main grapes here, creating voluptuously full-bodied wines with distinct notes of cassis, roast plum and even chocolate. They are more fruit forward than the earthy reds of Napa. For white wines, Alexander Valley offers big and bold Chardonnay. These are often aged with oak for a buttery vanilla flavor, and those grown nearest the Russian River have a noticeable minerality. Other grapes that thrive in the valley's balmy climate are Sauvignon Blanc and Zinfandel.

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