Characteristics: Named for the prized Alexander Valley within Sonoma, Alexander Valley Vineyards’ Cabernet Sauvignon is a nimble wine whose depth and complexity whisper some of its secrets: that this estate bottling hails from various lots with different soils each fermented separately and blended for breadth –and that this spectrum of flavors widens from mixing in the other country cousins which like Cabernet Sauvignon come from Bordeaux; those are Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot who all come together during 14 months in barrel. In 2011, this meritage blend of sorts could pass as a Bordeaux from the Medoc for its tight red currants, a currant leaf aroma, a lifted spice, fine knit tannins, an al dente character worthy of the table, and a velvety mouthfeel. It somehow sates the desire for a big red without reading as sweet (as so many California reds have begun to read) and despite sating a thirst for a big red it also refreshes the palate with juicy acids. A seriously appealing taste of Alexander Valley.
Wine review by Nicholas Livingston, May 2013

Characteristics: Gewurtraminer grapes grow best in cooler climates like Mendocino's Potter Valley, the source for this 2009 Gewurz.
This latest release shows an expressive nose of pineapple, lychee and pear and flavors of grapefruit and apple along with a big mineral component. You'll also notice the wine exhibits a creamy mouthfeel, nicely balanced by the wine's acidity.
- Tasting notes from the winery.

Characteristics: My word this is fragrant! Spicy floral top notes with a fresh core of fresh lychees –like a perfumed neck whose hug I want again and again. A crisp, mouthwatering palate is a relief after the nose as some aromatic wines read as too sweet –not here; this is simply delicious and leaves my entire mouth happily captive in its charming scents.
Wine review by Nicholas Livingston, November 2012

In the glass the 2012 is a pale, straw yellow color with floral, sweet aromas of stone fruits, grapefruit, orange blossom and
a hint of wet stone minerality. The flavors are similar to the aromas highlighted by pear, grapefruit, stone fruit, slight
tropical notes and just the tiniest bit of spritz from the quick fermentation.
Winemaker Kevin Hall says : “This wine is drier in style, with more minerality and spice than previous years, there is palate
weight with this vintage and it almost has an Alsatian feel.” 12.8% ABV
- notes from Alexander Valley Vineyards

Characteristics: Estate grown and bottled, fragrant watermelon rind and tiny wild strawberries –those sweet scented variety that smell of Summer. These fruits combine on the palate with a juicy acidity, a chalky mineral texture, and a minty lift to the finish.
Wine review by Nicholas Livingston, April 2013

Characteristics: Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel at 14.9%
This has a dark edge for a wine titled “Redemption” with a dense core of blackberry fruit and an amped up black pepper spice to accompany lamb or smoked ribs. Full on the finish this is juicy, savory, spicy, and an absolute joy to drink as it goes down so easily.
Wine review by Nicholas Livingston, August 2012