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Cabernet Sauvignon
2013 Alexander's Crown 1.5L
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Winemaking Notes
The 2013 Alexander’s Crown exhibits flavors of black and red cherry, blackberries, dried herbs and violets. The wine is elegant, with a rich mouthfeel, soft tannins and a long lingering finish with a touch of mocha. Enjoy this wine now or cellar it for enjoyment for years to come.
Vineyard Notes
Established in 1971 and recognized as the first vineyard in Alexander Valley to produce a single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander’s Crown vineyard is perched on a hill in the south of the Alexander Valley just west of Jimtown. Encompassing 63 acres, the vineyard is in the first part of the valley to feel cool Pacific breezes each afternoon. We use Block 1, the top 15 acres of well drained red volcanic soil to craft this wine, resulting in intensely flavored Cabernet Sauvignon.
Production Notes
2013 was the kind of growing season that most would wish we could have every year; a dry, frost-free spring, a warm summer with minimal heat spikes, and a warm rain free autumn that allowed for picking the fruit perfectly mature. Warm days with cool evenings prevailed in September which kept sugar accumulation at an even pace and left acidity in the grapes. We harvested the Alexander’s Crown Cabernet Sauvignon on September 13, a few weeks earlier than the average, but with perfect ripeness. The entire blend in this vintage came off the western and southern facing blocks.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2013
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation
Alexander Valley
Acid
0.61g/100mL
pH
3.54
Aging
26 months in 100% French oak barrels, 41% new
Alcohol %
15.5
Wine Enthusiast
92
Wine Advocate
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