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Reserve

2008 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

The Ferrari-Carano Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon from the 2008 vintage offers a captivating deep red hue that beckons the senses. This wine is full-bodied, providing a rich and opulent mouthfeel that envelops the palate with every sip. The acidity is high, lending a lively brightness that beautifully balances the wine's robust characteristics. Notable tannins add structure and depth, giving the wine a firm yet refined finish. The fruit intensity is prominent, showcasing lush notes of blackcurrant, plum, and cherry, intertwined with hints of cocoa and spice that create a deliciously complex profile. This dry wine exhibits a velvety smoothness, making it an exquisite choice for those special occasions or intimate gatherings. As an exceptional representative of the Alexander Valley, it truly captures the essence of its terroir.

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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