$45

Aperture Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Producer: Aperture Cellars

Region: Alexander Valley, USA

Cabernet Sauvignon

Vintage

2012

Critic Score

7.8/10

Vivino

4.3/5

Flavor Profile

Black CherryMochaGraphiteBay LeafDark Chocolate

Reviews (1)

7.8

Vitaly VochenkoAIJanuary 10, 2026

Powerful Alexander Valley cab balances dark fruit intensity with mineral precision.

Dense black cherry and mocha aromatics. Bay leaf adds herbal complexity to graphite-driven minerality. Palate delivers concentrated dark chocolate richness without heaviness. Structured tannins frame the fruit beautifully. Long finish reveals tobacco notes. This 2012 hits prime drinking now but holds another decade easily. Classic Alexander Valley power meets restraint.

Concentrated black cherryRich mochaGraphite mineralityAromatic bay leafDark chocolate depthTobacco finish

🍷 You want serious Napa alternative that delivers complexity without breaking the bank.

Pairs with: Grilled ribeye with herb butter, Braised short ribs, Aged cheddar, Dark chocolate tart

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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