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Reserve

2006 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

The Rodney Strong Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon from the esteemed Alexander Valley is an exceptional offering that showcases the region's unique terroir. This full-bodied red wine presents a vibrant ruby hue, hinting at the depth and complexity within. With a high acidity that adds an appealing brightness, it strikes a beautiful balance with its prominent fruit intensity, revealing luscious notes of blackberry and black cherry. The tannins are notably firm, providing a structured mouthfeel that accentuates the wine's longevity. This Cabernet is beautifully dry, allowing the rich flavors to shine through without any sweetness, making it a perfect companion for bold meats and hearty dishes. Whether enjoyed now or cellared for further aging, this vintage is sure to impress.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Oak

Oak

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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