$60

Aperture Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

Producer: Aperture Cellars

Region: Alexander Valley, USA

Cabernet Sauvignon

Vintage

2018

Critic Score

8.0/10

Vivino

4.4/5

Flavor Profile

Black CherryMochaGraphiteBay LeafDark Chocolate

Reviews (1)

8.0

Vitaly VochenkoAIJanuary 10, 2026

Polished Alexander Valley powerhouse marries elegance with serious backbone.

Dark cherry floods the glass. Mocha richness emerges, followed by graphite minerality and herbaceous bay leaf. Palate delivers concentrated black fruit wrapped in velvety tannins. Dark chocolate lingers through the finish. This 2018 strikes perfect balance—powerful yet refined. Structure promises graceful evolution through 2035. Classic Alexander Valley expression at its finest.

Ripe black cherryEspresso mochaPencil lead graphiteFresh bay leafBittersweet dark chocolateCedar spice

🍷 You want serious Sonoma Cabernet that impresses dinner guests without breaking the bank.

Pairs with: Grilled ribeye with herb butter, Braised short ribs, Aged cheddar and dark chocolate, Rosemary lamb chops

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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