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2004
Ferrari-Carano's PreVail West Face -
Alexander Valley
[ $60
] BUY THIS WINE
91-93 points!
The Wine Advocate
The impressive 2004 West Face boasts a deep purple color as well as a big, opulent, flamboyant nose of dried
herbs, high quality cigar smoke, black currants, and cherry liqueur. Spicy, intense, and medium to fullbodied,
with plenty of sweet tannin and a lush texture, it can be drunk over the next decade.
- Robert Parker, Jr.
The grapes for West Face are grown on the steep slopes of Ferrari-Carano’s LookOut Mountain which sits at the junction of
Alexander Valley, Knights Valley and Chalk Hill appellations. This spectacular mountain vineyard boasts 360 degree views, soaring in
elevation from 500 to 1,400 feet, with soils deep, red and rich with nutrients. This site produces a wine with aromas of mocha,
blackberry and caramel balanced by a plush middle palate of ripe blackberry, cherry and currant. Earthy, smoky notes pose as a
prelude to finishing flavors of toffee, espresso and chocolate while attractive tannins yield a delicious finish that lasts several minutes.
| Appellation: |
100% Alexander Valley
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| Blend: |
70% Cabernet Sauvignon,
30% Syrah |
| Cooperage: |
60% new French and 40% older French oak barrels
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| Release Day: |
November 2007 |
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