title: Souverain 2004 Winemaker's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley)
description: Aged for more than two years in new oak, this 100% Cab bursts with smoky vanilla and char that currently dominate its underlying fruit. But it's likely that time in the bottle will meld everything together. The powerful black currant, black cherry, carob and tobacco flavors, wrapped into rich, soft tannins, suggest holding at least through 2008, and the wine should develop well for a decade.
variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
designation: Winemaker's Reserve