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Back Forty

Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Ferrari-Carano Back Forty Cabernet Sauvignon from Alexander Valley is a wine that demonstrates the sophistication and elegance that this esteemed region is known for. This full-bodied red captivates with its deep, rich color, offering an inviting bouquet of dark fruit, such as blackcurrants and plums, interwoven with hints of mocha, cedar, and tobacco. The high acidity of this wine brings a lively zest to the palate, complementing its powerful tannins that provide a firm structure, ensuring a long, memorable finish. The fruit intensity is notably prominent, making each sip a delightful experience that showcases the robust characteristics of Alexander Valley's terroir. Whether you are enjoying it now or letting it age gracefully in your cellar, Ferrari-Carano Back Forty is a fine example of a meticulously crafted Cabernet Sauvignon that shines among its peers.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Cedar

Cedar

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

Pairs well with:


Grilled Ribeye, Grilled Meats, Lamb Chops

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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