Ferrari-Carano 2004 Prevail Back Forty Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley)

Country: US / Prevail Back Forty
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon California
Winery: Ferrari-Carano / Alexander Valley

Mountain fruit is the key to understanding this 100% Cab. By that is meant a unique combination of firm, astringent tannins and fabulously concentrated blackberry and currant fruit that absolutely demands aging. It’s obvious that the terroir these grapes come from needs an appellation other than Alexander Valley, for there’s nothing soft or herbal going on here. Hold until 2010, then should develop through 2014, at least.