2015 Foley Sonoma Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley
Winemaker Notes
Our 2015 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is a great representation of the
Alexander Valley AVA, providing us with full body and well-structured
tannins. It opens with rich dark fruit aromas of blackberry, black cherry,
and cassis, with a hint of toffee. The dark fruit characteristics continue on
to the palate with additional flavors of dark chocolate and vanilla. Thanks
to the youthful tannins on the finish, this wine will continue to age
gracefully for 7-10 years.
Composition
90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Tannat, 2% Cabernet Franc
Wine Specs
Vintage
2015
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation
Alexander Valley
Harvest Date
September 28 – October 28, 2015
Acid
5.8 g/L
pH
3.59
Aging
25 months in French oak, 35% new
Alcohol %
15.00
Production 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
(35% new) and aged for two years and one month. Small percentages of
Tannat and Cabernet Franc were added to the final blend for enhanced
aromas and flavors.
Vineyard Notes
2015 was another warm year with one of our earliest harvests to date. Yields
were lower than the past few growing seasons, but the quality of fruit was
exceptional with concentrated flavors and balanced acidity due to consistently
warm temperatures throughout the season. All of our grapes were harvested
between September 28 – October 28, 2015 at optimal ripeness.