$42

Aperture Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2011

Producer: Aperture Cellars

Region: Alexander Valley, USA

Cabernet Sauvignon

Vintage

2011

Critic Score

7.5/10

Vivino

4.2/5

Flavor Profile

Black CherryMochaGraphiteBay LeafDark Chocolate

Reviews (1)

7.5

Vitaly VochenkoAIJanuary 10, 2026

Alexander Valley power meets elegant restraint in this mineral-driven expression.

Black cherry concentration leads. Mocha richness emerges mid-palate. Graphite minerality cuts through dark chocolate depths. Bay leaf adds herbal complexity. Tannins grip without overwhelming. Finish lingers with tobacco notes. Drinking beautifully now but has years ahead. Classic Alexander Valley warmth balanced by surprising elegance.

Concentrated black cherryCoffee bean mochaPencil lead graphiteDried bay leafBitter dark chocolateTobacco leaf

🍷 You want Napa-level intensity without the tourist markup and prefer your Cabernet with actual minerality.

Pairs with: Grilled ribeye with herb crust, Braised short ribs, Aged cheddar and dark chocolate, Wild mushroom risotto

About the Producer

Aperture Cellars

Jesse Katz's Alexander Valley project. Photographer's eye for detail. Bold red blends.

About the Region

Alexander Valley, USA

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