Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 1992
(Sonoma County, California) - [WA 93]

About the Winery:
Silver Oak Cellars is a family-owned, California winery dedicated to producing only Cabernet Sauvignon. Silver Oak was established in 1972 by Ray Duncan and Justin Meyer. It is currently operated by Ray's sons David Duncan, who serves as the President and CEO, and his brother, Tim Duncan, who serves as Executive Vice President. Silver Oak has two wineries; one in Oakville in the Napa Valley and one in Healdsburg in the Alexander Valley.

Winemaker Notes:
The 1992 Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon has a deep garnet hue with lots of saturation and depth of color. Its aromas are quite fetching. Potpourri, new leather and chaparral fill the nose. The attack is denser than average but still refreshing when met by the perfumed mid-palate. Surprisingly rich, the finish shows great persistence of flavor, ample acidity and even some tactile grip of tannin left. Decanting recommended due to moderate sediment. Enjoy now through 2024.

Ratings & Reviews

93 Points - Wine Advocate:
"The 1992 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon was released in August, 1996, and was sold out within 24 hours. It possesses that tell-tale Silver Oak, lavishly oaky, Provencal herb, sweet, smoky, jammy black-cherry and cassis-scented nose. Full-bodied, opulent, and succulent, this creamy-textured, luscious, low acid wine should continue to drink well for 10-12+ years. These All-American Cabernet Sauvignons continue to be "can't miss" propositions with the majority of Cabernet lovers. One of America's favorite Cabernet Sauvignon producers, Silver Oak Cellars produces over 40,000 cases of their Alexander Valley and Napa Valley cuvees. As I have said so many times in the past, it is hard to dislike a Silver Oak Cabernet as they are ripe, deliciously well-oaked, soft, plump, multi-layered, and silky. Recent vintages have all been strong efforts. It will be interesting to continue to report on their next 10-20 years of evolution." - Robert Parker (Dec 1996)