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Geyser Peak Walking Tree Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley Sonoma County 2019 (750ml)
Price: $29.99
Sale Price: $22.99
One of the Year's Best Cabernet Sauvignons.
| Producer | Geyser Peak Walking Tree Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley Sonoma County |
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| Country | United States |
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| Region | California |
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| Subregion | Alexander Valley, Sonoma County |
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| Varietal | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
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| Vintage | 2019 |
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| Sku | 29477 |
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| Size | 750ml |
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Ancient oak trees dot the landscape of Alexander Valley from the valley floor to the mountainsides. Our “Walking Tree” Cabernet Sauvignon takes its name from one of these majestic oak trees that remarkably “walked” down a steep grade of the vineyard during heavy rains, all the while remaining upright and very much alive.
Rated 93 Points by James Suckling
Ripe blackberries, black cherries and plums. Some licorice and spiced oak, too. Full-bodied with a creamy texture and velvety tannins. Well-balanced with notable minerality and a long, fruity finish. Drink or hold.
Rated 90 Points by Wine & Spirits
One of the Year's Best Cabernet Sauvignons. Easy richness fills this wine with red-cherry scents, notes of tobacco and charcoal. It’s full and ample, ending with a little salty bitterness that would meld with seared duck breast. Best Buy
Geyser Peak Walking Tree Cabernet Sauvignon
Alexander Valley, Sonoma County 2019
Striking medium-dark color leads to aromas of blackberries, ripe strawberries, and dry rose petals, with hints of spice and vanilla. On the palate, there is a silky, creamy mouthfeel that nicely counters the medium/big structure and enjoyable grip of this wine, with nice bright acidity and a long, enjoyable finish. A classic Alexander Valley Cabernet that can compete with any in California. It shows off restrained tannins that allow the wine to be enjoyed now, but are enough to allow this wine to age gracefully for many years.
Producer: Geyser Peak
Country: United States
Region: Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California
Wine Composition: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol: 14.6%
Tasting Notes
A consistent favorite of intimate bistros and innovative eateries, this wine showcases the wonderful pleasures of Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. The deep plum color of this sumptuous Cabernet Sauvignon gives way to expressive aromas of white pepper, dark berry fruit, and cassis. Aging in French oak barrels softens the otherwise firm tannins and introduces hints of toasted vanilla and leather on the palate. Luscious blueberry and blackberry flavors are refined and perfectly balanced by a spiciness that lingers on a long and elegant finish. This wine is a perfect complement to braised beef short ribs, chicken cacciatore, caramelized onions, blue cheese, and dark chocolate mousse.
Serving Hints
This wine is a perfect complement to grilled or pan- seared beef, wild mushroom risotto, or medium to strong flavored cheeses.
Winemaker Notes
The 2019 vintage marks our 14th release of the Walking Tree Cabernet Sauvignon. Located in the center of Alexander Valley, the vineyard source for this wine sits atop rolling hillsides, with the valley floor stretched below. The ranch’s soil is composed of an array of marine-influenced and volcanic-derived parent materials, and this site has a myriad of exposures and elevations.
The grapes were hand-picked, followed by hand punch-downs and traditional pump-overs during fermentation. This produced a wine of substantial structure. The wine is then aged for 20 months in French Oak barrels.
Vintage 2019
The 2019 growing season started later than usual in many California wine regions. A wet spring followed by cool temperatures allowed the grapes to mature gradually. Cool temperatures continued throughout the growing season resulting in longer hang time and lower sugar yields. Vintners are praising the full flavors, fresh acidity and superb balance of the 2019 vintage.
Benchland vineyards, where our Walking Tree is sourced, have long proven to be some of our favorites when it comes to growing top quality red wine grapes. The western bench of the Alexander Valley offers abundant sunshine and liberal shading, ensuring thorough ripening, and producing fruit with rich, jam flavors and soft, plush tannins. We prize these sites for their distinctive flavor profiles and accessible structure of the fruit.
Geyser Peak Walking Tree Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley Sonoma County Description
Geyser Peak Winery
Founded in 1880 as California’s 29th bonded winery, Geyser Peak has been at the forefront of quality wine production since its earliest days.
Originally, located perched on a hillside across from Geyser Peak Mountain, it commanded a view of the thermal steam clouds that billowed from the mountain summit. Here, in this special place, geothermal activity created the diverse soil proles that make this region so exceptionally well suited to wine grape cultivation.
Specializing in aromatic whites and rich reds, wines are crafted in small lots and fermented separately, then blended together to achieve full expression, balance, and character. Each wine captures the essence of Sonoma and the appellation’s unique terroir, offering sophistication and approachability, and taking us from casual days to connoisseur nights.
