On Dec 7, 11:22�pm, Mark Lipton > wrote:
> Tonight, we were invited to dinner at a friend's house for steak. �We
> contributed:
>
> 1995 Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
> nose: dill, subtle oak, cassis
> palate: medium body, integrated oak, firm cassis fruit, acid
>
> I have never been a big fan of Silver Oak, but did buy this wine at
> release. �Having read notes in Cellartracker that sounded like this had
> reached a good state, I decided to bring this along as a steak wine and
> it didn't disappoint. �Our non-winegeeky friends greatly appreciated
> this wine. �We toasted the memory of Justin Meyer with this great
> testament to his skill.
>
> Mark Lipton
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I always thought the Alexander was a bit more attractive than the
Napa...too much oak for me and throughout the late 90's the oak levels
were overwhelming. I did enjoy the pre '97's from ALexander Valley
though.