Alexander Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2009

This was the first wine that Alexander Valley Vineyards produced back in 1965, and it is Astill the winery's flagship botting. Defined by the climate at the southern end of the Alexander Valley--morning fog and warm days--this estate experienced cooler days overall in 2009, giving this vintage added freshness. Black cherries, currants, chocolate and sage aromas carry from the nose to the palate, framed by a slight minty note and fine-grained tannins that give nice tension at the finish.