Silver Oak
Alexander Valley, California
The Alexander Valley offering from one of America's premier winemakers
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Silver Oak
Cabernet Sauvignon
This vintage is so fresh it hasn't even had time to be rated by critics. In 2017, the final blend was transferred to oak barrels, where it aged for an additional 24 months in homemade American oak barrels. Half of the barrels were new and imparted notes of bay leaf, coconut, and vanilla to the Cabernet, while the other half allowed the rich fruit flavors of Cabernet to shine. With grapes from the Alexander Valley, the northernmost valley of California's wine country, the fruit is superb. Many even say this is preferable to their Napa releases today. Regardless the wine is ready to drink today or can be cellared for decades to come.
NOTE: This is NOT a Firstleaf Exclusive Wine and is not eligible for discounts, member pricing, or member guarantee. Limited Availability.
Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to AL, AZ, CO, GA, IA, ID, IL,ABOUT THIS WINE
Silver Oak
Cabernet Sauvignon
This vintage is so fresh it hasn't even had time to be rated by critics. In 2017, the final blend was transferred to oak barrels, where it aged for an additional 24 months in homemade American oak barrels. Half of the barrels were new and imparted notes of bay leaf, coconut, and vanilla to the Cabernet, while the other half allowed the rich fruit flavors of Cabernet to shine. With grapes from the Alexander Valley, the northernmost valley of California's wine country, the fruit is superb. Many even say this is preferable to their Napa releases today. Regardless the wine is ready to drink today or can be cellared for decades to come.
NOTE: This is NOT a Firstleaf Exclusive Wine and is not eligible for discounts, member pricing, or member guarantee. Limited Availability.
Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to AL, AZ, CO, GA, IA, ID, IL,
WINE 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.
WINE 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.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Roast Beef, Grilled Salmon, Wild Game
Pairs well with…
Roast Beef, Grilled Salmon, Wild Game
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Roast Beef, Grilled Salmon, Wild Game
Pairs well with…
Roast Beef, Grilled Salmon, Wild Game
TASTING NOTES:
Raspberry
Vanilla
Blackberry
The 2016 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is ruby in color with a magenta rim. It has an enticing nose of cassis, blackberry, vanilla, sage, and spearmint. This wine builds from potpourri and bramble to a bright pop of raspberry on the mid-palate. A juicy finish with chewy tannins and a medium length can be aged through 2042 with proper cellaring.
TASTING NOTES
Raspberry
Vanilla
Blackberry
The 2016 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is ruby in color with a magenta rim. It has an enticing nose of cassis, blackberry, vanilla, sage, and spearmint. This wine builds from potpourri and bramble to a bright pop of raspberry on the mid-palate. A juicy finish with chewy tannins and a medium length can be aged through 2042 with proper cellaring.
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Silver Oak
Silver Oak began over a handshake between two friends with a bold vision: focus on one varietal, Cabernet Sauvignon, aged exclusively in American oak and worthy of cellaring for decades to come. Ray Twomey Duncan, a Colorado entrepreneur who began investing in California vineyards in the late 1960s, and Justin Meyer, a Christian Brothers-trained winemaker, co-founded Silver Oak out of a Napa Valley dairy barn in 1972, producing only 1,000 cases of their inaugural vintage. Over the next two decades, Silver Oak grew in popularity. Their Napa Valley and Alexander Valley Cabernets sold quickly upon their release from the winery and became a highly sought-after staple on restaurant wine lists nationwide. After selecting Daniel Baron to succeed him as winemaker in 1994, Justin retired, selling his share of Silver Oak to the Duncan family in 2001. Ray’s sons, David and Tim Duncan, own and operate the winery to this day.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Silver Oak
Silver Oak began over a handshake between two friends with a bold vision: focus on one varietal, Cabernet Sauvignon, aged exclusively in American oak and worthy of cellaring for decades to come. Ray Twomey Duncan, a Colorado entrepreneur who began investing in California vineyards in the late 1960s, and Justin Meyer, a Christian Brothers-trained winemaker, co-founded Silver Oak out of a Napa Valley dairy barn in 1972, producing only 1,000 cases of their inaugural vintage. Over the next two decades, Silver Oak grew in popularity. Their Napa Valley and Alexander Valley Cabernets sold quickly upon their release from the winery and became a highly sought-after staple on restaurant wine lists nationwide. After selecting Daniel Baron to succeed him as winemaker in 1994, Justin retired, selling his share of Silver Oak to the Duncan family in 2001. Ray’s sons, David and Tim Duncan, own and operate the winery to this day.