2013 Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Estate: Silver Oak Cellars

Region: Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, North Coast, California, United States of America

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Tasting Note:September 22, 2017

First wine from the third table we visited at Zachy's Grand Opening in D.C.

Deep garnet with a mix of ruby core. Slightly savory on the nose, a bit dirty too with earthy and woody notes. Dark berries weaved throughout. Similar on the palate with vanilla and black currants. Heavy tannins (7/10) while being smooth and rounded. Full bodied and long finish.

Made up of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec. Aged for a total of 24 months in 50% new American oak barrels. Additionally this is aged for 15 months in bottle prior to release.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2030.

Rating:

92+ points.

Price Point:

$$$ - Retail price from the winery is $75.00, Zachy's was selling for $82.99.

Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, North Coast, California, United States of America, Zachy's, Red Wine, Cabernet Sauvignon, Silver Oak CellarsGreg Ballington2013, Silver Oak Cellars, Alexander Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon, 92 Points, $$$, Sonoma County, North Coast, United States of America, California Wine Month, California, Zachy's Grand Opening, Zachy's, Nate Weis, September 2017Comment