2018

Director's Cut Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Director's Cut Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon product shot

Taste Profile

Mocha
Blackberry
Anise

Named after the version of a film which most reflects the director's vision, Director's Cut wines represent our winemaker's vision of varietal wines, which express true appellation character

In the film business, the “Director’s Cut” emerged as a means for filmmakers to present their own creative vision of a story. At Francis Ford Coppola Winery, Director’s Cut wines were created as a way for our winemakers to craft wines that would reflect their own unique interpretation of the quintessential Sonoma wine.

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$36.00

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Wine Notes

The last couple of vintages have seen a return to classic seasonal patterns, where a cold rainy winter prepares the vines for warm temperatures later. In 2018, precipitation carried on into spring, extending the growing period several weeks past the preceding year. There were also fewer heat spikes this season, allowing the fruit to ripen at a nice steady pace, and providing slightly larger yields of very well-balanced fruit.

Alexander Valley is a long, narrow appellation with two distinct climates and a variety of soil compositions, including volcanic soils on the eastern hillsides, rocky clay loam at the western edge, and alluvial gravel on the valley floor. The southern portion of the appellation nearest the coast is cooler, while vineyards in the northern part of the appellation are warm during the day, yet chilly in the evening. We source our Cabernet Sauvignon from several sites, each contributing unique flavor characteristics.

Wine Facts

Enjoy the Scents and Flavors
Scents
Blackberry
Wood Char
Spices
Chocolate Covered Cherries
Flavors
Mocha
Blackberry
Anise

80%

Cabernet Sauvignon

10%

Petit Verdot

5%

Cabernet Franc

3%

Syrah

2%

Petite Sirah

5%

Cabernet Franc

10%

Petit Verdot

2%

Petite Sirah

3%

Syrah

80%

Cabernet Sauvignon

TA

.63g/100ml

Alcohol

14.5%

pH

3.53

Barrel Regimen

15 months in French and American oak; 40% new oak.

Alexander Valley

Pairs Well With

Ribeye Steak
Portabello Mushrooms

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