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Angeli Cuvée

2005 Alexander Valley Red Blend

The Marietta Angeli Cuvée is a captivating red blend from the esteemed Alexander Valley, offering wine enthusiasts an experience that beautifully reflects the region's rich terroir. This vintage showcases a deep red hue, enticing the eye and hinting at its complexity. On the palate, it presents a full-bodied essence, complemented by a vibrant acidity that adds a bright lift to its character. The fruit intensity is prominent, delivering lush notes of dark berries, while the tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone that enhances its ageability. With a well-balanced dryness, the wine evokes a sense of richness and satisfaction, making it an exceptional choice for both casual gatherings and special occasions. Enjoy it now or cellar it for future enjoyment, as it promises to evolve beautifully with time.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

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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