Cabernet Sauvignon – Geyser Peak 2005 Forward fruit characters of black cherry and blackberry dominate the aromas, with underlying grace notes of dark chocolate and spice. Known for luscious Cabernet Sauvignons, this wine is a classic example of Geyser Peak Winery’s intense, lively style. Forward fruit characters of black cherry and blackberry dominate the aromas, with underlying grace notes of dark chocolate and spice. In typical Geyser Peak style, the bright fruit is nicely supported by a restrained oak character. The palate is rich, round and lush, seamlessly pairing the cherry and berry fruit with a hint of spice and vanilla. The fine-grained tannins meld into a persistent, lingering finish. WINE PROFILE: Vintage: 2005 Wine Type: Red Wine Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon Appellation: Alexander Valley Acid: 5.70 PH: 3.70 Aging: 15 months Bottling Date: 06/07 Alcohol %: 13.5% Production Notes: Founded in Alexander Valley in 1880, Geyser Peak Winery owns 220 acres of estate vineyards here, in a region supremely suited to producing world-class Cabernet. Prime estate vineyards, including hillside and benchland sites, which were planted to Cabernet in recent years, came into balance in recent vintages. These have yielded fruit that has enhanced the quality of our Cabernet wines. Within its narrow confines, Alexander Valley provides a surprisingly diverse array of terroirs for Cabernet Sauvignon. The best lots for this wine came from well-drained hillside and benchland vineyards located above the valley floor. In 2005, we further refined our Cabernet program with particular attention to our estate Cabernet vineyards, as well as to minute variations in ripeness levels within a given vineyard. By picking only specific rows, or blocks, of vines at a particular time, and then fermenting these block separately, we were able to ensure optimal ripeness and quality.—Mick Schroeter Other Notes: 100% American oak 20% new oak 80% a balanced mixture of one-, two-, and three-year old oak

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