SITE SERIES
2022 APERTURE DEL RIO VINEYARD CABERNET SAUVIGNON
The 2022 Del Rio Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon showcases refined power from its southeast Alexander Valley hillside. Planted in 2000 on a 4-acre, steep south-facing slope from Clone 337, its chalky volcanic soils and minimal organic material create concentrated, complex fruit with soft tannins and rich dark flavors.
“It opens with a well of black plums, blueberries and black cherry compote, unfurling to nuances of aniseed, garrigue, chocolate and turned earth. The palate offers layer after layer of ripe fruit, spice and floral character, and its new oak is well integrated. It’s structured by velvety tannins and mouthwatering acidity and has a very long, layered finish.” 97 pts – Erin Brooks, Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate
Available in 750ml and 1.5L magnum formats
APPELLATION
Alexander Valley
VARIETAL
Cabernet Sauvignon
BLEND
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
BARREL PROGRAM
Aged 22 months
100% new oak
60 gallon French oak barrels
VINEYARD
From one of the steepest hillside vineyards at the top of Chalk Hill Road in the southeast corner of Alexander Valley, this exquisite site creates incredibly gorgeous wines with delicate, soft tannins that melt into the juicy dark fruits of this powerful cabernet.
SOIL TYPE
Chalky Volcanic