2014 Foley Sonoma Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley
Winemaker Notes
Our 2014 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon showcases clone 337, winemaker
Courtney Foley’s favorite Cabernet clone on the estate. Dark crimson in
color, it opens with blackberry, plum, toffee and cigar aromas. The palate
follows suit with rich fruit flavors true to its Alexander Valley origins, while
the Petit Verdot lends ripe cranberry and raspberry. Full bodied and
structured, this wine will age beautifully over the next few years.
Composition
95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot
Wine Specs
Vintage
2014
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation
Alexander Valley
Harvest Date
September 28 – October 8, 2014 at optimum ripeness
Acid
6.2 g/L
pH
3.71
Aging
25 months in French oak, 45% new
Alcohol %
15.2
Production Notes
2014 was another early and warm vintage in the Alexander Valley. This
resulted in prime flavor development of the fruit to display its finest
attributes. Overall, the vintage produced grapes of high quality, dense
flavors, and balanced acidity. All of the grapes were harvested from
September 28 – October 8, 2014 at optimum ripeness.
Vineyard Notes
The vineyards of Foley Sonoma lie at the heart of our estate in the
Alexander Valley. Our Cabernet Sauvignon vines are planted in rich soil
that supports the 337 clone. These vines were planted on our estate in the
early 2000’s. After harvest, the fruit was fermented in French oak barrels
(45% new) and aged for two years and one month. A percentage of Petit
Verdot was added to the final blend for enhanced aromas and flavors.
Production
Only 380 cases produced
