Alexander Valley Vineyards - Alexander School Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 (750ml)

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. The 2019 is a one-of-a kind offering. One of our favorite vineyards is about five miles north of the winery. The extreme grade and steep, 30% slope combined with Cabernet Clone 7 produce tiny berries in loose clusters with intense color, rich flavors and incredible concentration. Although the weather was a bit cooler than usual early in the 2019 growing season, there were no unusual temperature swings during bud break or flowering. Moderate temperatures continued through the summer, a