89POINTS
16¼/20
Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander's Crown Single Vineyard 2008
Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California, United StatesSpicy, espresso, prune, barnyard, leather, chocolate, cassis, peppery, black berry, menthol aromas. Rich, round, full, juicy, warm palate with supple tannins. Big cassis jam, black berry, coffee, chocolate, vanilla, tobacco ash, peppery, barnyard, saddle leather and liquorice flavours. A big, bold, oaky style but with fine textures. Needs more bottle age and some time to settle down.Tasted: 07 November 2011Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:BC | $45.99 | 750ml | specialty listing |
AB | $39.99 | 750ml | Fine Wine Boutiques |
ON | $39.95 | 750ml |
Grape: Cabernet SauvignonCSPC: 234286UPC: 087512922259