Alexander Valley Vineyards

San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, 2017: Silver. Alexander Valley. French Oak, flavors of dark stone fruits, black cherry, spices with a touch of clove, cinnamon & vanilla.

12 Bottle Case. Aromas of apple, pear, butterscotch, toasted oak and a little minerality. Great balance with a creamy mouth-feel. Tropical notes and flavors of apple, pear and citrus in the glass with just a touch of acidity on the finish.

The first thing you notice about Alexander brandy is the rich golden color that is followed by smooth warm flavors that are perfect as an afterdinner drink.

Spice, black pepper, dark fruits and vanilla; refined, well balanced with flavors of plum and black cherry along with cocoa powder; nice acidity and lengthy finish.

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92 PTS WINE ENTHUSIAST. The '04 Alexander Valley Vyds Cyrus Bordeaux blend is the winery's top red; balanced and rich showing classic flavors of currants, sweet tobacco herbs and cedar; fresh tannins.

GOLD MEDAL, 2007 SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE WINE COMP. A superb effort, the racy and stylish '03 Alexander Valley Vyds Cyrus blends Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with Cab Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot.

DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL, 2004 CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR WINE COMP. A delicious and sophisticated blend of Bordeaux varietals, the red to black fruit '00 Alexander Valley Vyds Cyrus drinks exceptionally well.

89 PTS BEVERAGE TESTING INSTITUTE. The '06 Alexander Valley Vyds Syrah is a deep garnet violet color; aromas of cranberry pie, cinnamon and pork fat; soft, brisk entry with a tangy, refreshing finish.

New! Fresh fruit flavors, clean & elegant. Aged 6 months in French oak. Limited!

92 POINTS & BEST BUY Wine & Spirits (2012 vintage). Fruit forward with nice balance and flavors of red cherry, cassis, blackberry, plum and dark chocolate; juicy and structured long finish.

Shows the clear heritage of the Alexander Valley, the sprightly Alexander Valley Vyds Cabernet shows red fruit flavors, soft tannins, and a twist of dried herbs.

Aromas of apple, pear, butterscotch, toasted oak and a little minerality. Great balance with a creamy mouth-feel. Tropical notes and flavors of apple, pear and citrus in the glass with just a touch of acidity on the finish.

The Alexander Valley Vyds Gewurztraminer is frisky and flavorful; shows some rose petal and dried herbal flavors; fairly crisp in the finish.

California. Big and bold aromas of spice, black pepper, dark fruits, and vanilla. Flavors of plum, cherry, and cocoa. 14.7%

California. Aromas of raspberry, plum, and citrus. Flavors of black cherry, cranberry, and black pepper. Juicy wine with a fruity finish. 14.5% ABV