36 cases imported

I suspect that the mildly chunky tannins will eventually give way to something more reflective of the natural refinement of a classic RSV

A more restrained

I guess my palate needs to take a vacation

fine-grained frame and bags of freshness

Silver Oak, Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Vintage:2018 36 cases importedMarked by drought and a warm dry summer, the year had ideal ripening conditions and the shortest harvest season ever. Low yields and small berries translated into a bold, deep coloured Cabernet with less than 5% other Bordeaux varietals. Its a big mouthful of ripe juicy blackberry flavours with spicy aromas and roasted brown sugar notes of American oak aging.