These Alexander Valley favorites pair exceptionally well with festive meals, cozy fireside lounging, and good company.
2018 Boar d’Eaux
95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot | Retail $32
Rich, dark-toned aromas fill the glass with notes of blackberry, plum and black currant, along with inviting hints of oak. The opulent mouthfeel is balanced with cedary spice-laced flavors and supple tannins. Ripe cherry and a mix of dark berries mingle with strawberry, cocoa and vanillin oak. A subtle yet supportive structure remains in the background, only revealing its presence in the finish.
2018 Wild Boar Red Blend
50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 50% Zinfandel | Retail $36
Concentrated aromatics showcase a ripe dark berry and cherry nose laced with freshly ground black pepper. A vivid yet creamy entry caresses the palate with juicy black raspberry, cherry, blackberry and plum woven with traces of cedar, mocha and caramel. The plush, bright fruit flavors linger on the palate, leaving you wanting that next sip.
2018 Lord Snort
60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot | Retail $32
Intriguing, bright aromatics draw you in with fresh-picked raspberry, ripe blackberry, a hint of red pear and traces of oak. The fresh, vivid flavors that follow do not disappoint — juicy blackberry, plum, dried strawberry and a hint of dark chocolate. The gentle structure supports and enhances this easy-sipping wine.