Trione’s Block 21 Cabernet is a superb example of Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon from a good vintage. It exhibits richness and density, with layers of blackberry and cassis fruit, a hint of cedar and subtle earthy notes. The wine is well balanced, with a firm, elegant structure and excellent persistence through the finish. This vintage will benefit from an additional few years of age, but it won’t disappoint in the short term, either.
Trione, Alexander Valley (Sonoma County) Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
By Robert Whitley