Alexander Valley Vineyards
Alexander School Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
Hank Wetzel produced AVV’s first wines in 1975 and the wine world quickly took notice of the elegant Cabernet Sauvignons from Alexander Valley. Thirty years later in 2004 he decided to focus on the flavor profile that made the valley famous, releasing a single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon known as Alexander School Reserve. We continue that tradition with this newest release, a testament to AVV Winemaker Kevin Hall's skill and the Alexander Valley's unique ability to grow amazing Cabernet Sauvignon grapes.
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Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon:100%
Tech Info
Alcohol:14.5%*
Total Acidity:6.6 g/l*
Residual Sugar:0.13 g/l*
*Technical Data
May Vary With Vintage
Availability
Size(s):750ml
Pack(s):750ml 6pk
Soil and Origin
Soil:
Origin:Single lot from estate vineyards, Alexander Valley, California
Tasting Notes
Bouquet:Dark fruit aromas of cassis, black cheery, black plum, oak and vanilla.
Taste:Opulent with rich texture, balanced acidity, silky, smooth tannins. Layered dark fruits and a chocolate note.
Food Pairing:Beef, lamb and duck are always a perfect pairing. Try it with pork osso bucco for a decadent meal.
Winemaking
After harvest the lot was de-stemmed, fermented, then aged in 100% new French oak barrels for 36 months to accentuate the complexity and firm tannins.