Souverain 2009 Winemaker’s Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley)

Country: US / Winemaker’s Reserve
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon California
Winery: Souverain / Alexander Valley

Strong, caramelized oak stars in this dry, rather one-dimensional Cabernet. Despite some black currant, anise and mocha flavors, it’s like drinking toothpicks.