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Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
For over 40 years our family has been dedicated to producing only the finest Cabernet Sauvignon in a style that is unique to Silver Oak. Our Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from the highest quality vineyards, aged exclusively in American oak barrels from our cooperage, and further aged in bottle for over a year prior to release. Every step we take is carefully crafted to provide you with a memorable wine that is enjoyable for years to come. Life is Cabernet.
Like a sigh of relief, 2018 was a welcome change to previous vintages. Cooler spring temperatures and a light dusting of snow in the mountains around the winery set the theme for a near-perfect growing season: cooperative and slower-paced. By May, the soils were at capacity from winter and spring rains, and conditions were perfect for a long and even bloom. A generous fruit set—both in terms of cluster count and size—followed, and the ripening season was blessed with “natural air conditioning” in the form of the Pacific fog layer in the evenings. is phase concluded with glorious warm and dry weather that allowed the grapes to achieve slow and synchronized physiological and aromatic maturity. With the abundant amount of fruit, harvest commenced in Alexander Valley on September 14—about two weeks later than the previous vintages. 2018 was truly a stand-out vintage that’s accessible, young and commands great aging potential.
Our 2018 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is comprised of 94.8% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4.2% Merlot and 1% Cabernet Franc. After blending in early 2019, our 2018 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon was transferred to American oak barrels from our cooperage, The Oak, where it aged for 18 months. Blending before barrel aging—a signature of our winemaking style—allows blends to be based on the inherent qualities of their vineyard components before oak influence. Vintage to vintage, the resulting Cabernets emerge integrated and ready to drink upon release.
The 2018 vintage of Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is ruby in color. Lifted and vibrant on the nose featuring notes of cassis, caramel, juniper and pomegranate. This wine is fresh on the palate with a juicy, fruit-forward core. Its silky mouthfeel will provide drinking pleasure through 2044 given proper cellaring conditions
Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 Notes To Your Senses:
- APPEARANCE: Ruby
- AROMA: Cassis, caramel, juniper and pomegranate
- TASTE: Fresh and juicy dark fruit with nuances of oak
- FINISH: Long and beautiful, with fine tannins
- ABV: 14.4%
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