Chateau St. Jean Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Rating91

Price35.00

Vintage2012

VarietalCabernet Sauvignon

AppellationAlexander Valley

WineryChateau St. Jean

Bottle Size750 ml

CategoryRed

Aging Program18 months barrel aging in 66% French and 33% American oak. 40% new oak.

Oak OriginFrench and American

Blend96% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Franc, 2% Merlot

The Chateau St. Jean Cabernet Sauvignon is a big, luxurious red wine in the tradition of Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2012 growing season was long, warm, and mild, producing uniformly ripe and lush grapes. These grapes produce a red wine with striking aromas of boysenberry, blackberry, and cinnamon. The rich promise on the nose is fulfilled in a decadent mouthfeel on tasting, with fresh berry compote and baking spice flavors. This red wine has good structure, is well balanced, and has an elegant finish.

Taste SummaryBerry, Blackberry, Cinnamon

Wine QualitiesBig, Fruity, Rich, Spicy