Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Torn Label - 1997 (750ml) Viner 43 jocularly yet deadly serious

jocularly yet deadly serious

Of an intense nose with notes of raisins

macerated in warm spices (anise

Good balance

almost jammy and peppered with salty/winey flavors

Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Torn Label - 1997 (750ml) Viner 43 jocularly yet deadly seriousThe 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley is a dense purple color with boisterous, sweet, spicy, new oak, licorice, and olive notes. This flamboyant wine tastes lighter than I would have expected for a 1997. In the mouth, it reveals medium body, sweet jammy cherry fruit, and a soft finish. It needs to be drunk over the next 7 8 years. By the way, the Alexander Valley cuvees are always 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Robert Parker 89 points