Folie A Deux Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma

Appellation: grapes for the folie a deux 2013 alexander valley cabernet sauvignon were carefully selected from prime vineyards in northern sonoma’s renowned alexander valley. Stretching 22 miles from healdsburg to cloverdale following the russian river’s winding course this appellation is noted for its high quality cabernet sauvignon and merlot vineyards which benefit from the region’s warm climate marine-cooled evenings and well-drained volcanic hillside soils. Growing season: the alexander valley had relatively moderate temperatures in 2013 a phenomenal vintage across california. Abundant sunshine allowed the grapes to ripen evenly throughout the growing season and minimal rainfall followed by warmth and ample air circulation kept the threat of fungus at bay. Although cabernet sauvignon is typically a late-ripening variety warmer-than-average temperatures in spring and early summer prompted an early harvest. The fruit from this vintage yielded rich fruit flavors and soft