Wine of the Week: Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 (CA) $55

If you are looking for the quintessential California Cab, this is it! Silver Oak has bottled all of the fascinating flavors that a great Cabernet Sauvignon is known and sought for - ripe cherry, juicy plum, and a bit of nutmeg spice all wrapped up in a velvety tannins with dark chocolate and mocha kicking in on the finish. Elegance, power and prestige make this a top selling red wine. Give it a go with a variety of red meats, blue cheese and gourmet sausage.

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