Aleksander is remarkable for its rich component of blackberry fruit, hints of tobacco and dark coffee and lengthy finish of earth and spice.

The 2011 Aleksander follows our refined, yet muscular inaugural 2010 vintage with a modest and elegant presentation of the classic Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon marriage. A cooler growing season delivered moderate alcohol content, making this wine a nice partner for pairing with a wide variety of dishes.

Our 2010 Aleksander Reserve is a Merlot-based blend, aged 24 months in barrel, mostly new French oak. It was also given one year to settle in bottle before release, scheduled for early 2014. The color is deep, the nose intense. The mouthfeel is lush and the fruit dark. And the tasting experience? Unforgettable.The Aleksander Reserve is a wine to be savored slowly, with or without an accompanying food. It earns a comfortable spot in the category of luxury wine.

It is comprised of a near-equal mixture of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot once again playing the dominant role at . Allowed to integrate in this blend for 12 of its 24 months in barrel, the tannins are soft, supporting a balance of high and low notes of rich black fruit. The finish lingers with a subtle violet floral aroma wrapped inside a seductive texture.