Alexander Valley Vineyards

Cyrus Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

9.338 ratings
8.84 pro ratings
Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Pungent Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Hard Cheese, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Duck, Blue Cheese, Onion
Top Notes For
Lauren Jenks

Ok, think I don't like American oak. But not horrible. My got the dill once Mitch pointed it out. Dry.

Ok, think I don't like American oak. But not horrible. My got the dill once Mitch pointed it out. Dry.

Mar 6th, 2014
Mark Flesher

Really wasn't sure what to expect with this one. I have a bottle of this very vintage, and almost expected this one to have some problems. Much to my surprise, this is a very nice black fruit dominant wine with a hint of green pepper and green olive. Medium++ bodied. There was a little bit of tobacco leaf somewhere in the swirl of things, and finished rather soft with nicely integrated tannins. A very balanced wine. I do feel as if this one is probably right at the top right now, and will not get any better. For the price, this one does well.

Really wasn't sure what to expect with this one. I have a bottle of this very vintage, and almost expected this one to have some problems. Much to my surprise, this is a very nice black fruit dominant wine with a hint of green pepper and green olive. Medium++ bodied. There was a little bit of tobacco leaf somewhere in the swirl of things, and finished rather soft with nicely integrated tannins. A very balanced wine. I do feel as if this one is probably right at the top right now, and will not get any better. For the price, this one does well.

Nov 9th, 2019
Ryan Vento

Vegetal and medicinal with rose petals, lavender, dill, leather, clove, sweet pipe tobacco, menthol, and Christmas spices. This has aged nicely.

Vegetal and medicinal with rose petals, lavender, dill, leather, clove, sweet pipe tobacco, menthol, and Christmas spices. This has aged nicely.

Jun 15th, 2019
Mary H
9.2

Magnum!! Smooth cocoa and violets

Magnum!! Smooth cocoa and violets

Oct 9th, 2018
Francisco Perez

Superb. Full bodied. Mouthful of flavor. Winner of best wine at Houston Rodeo a couple of years ago.

Superb. Full bodied. Mouthful of flavor. Winner of best wine at Houston Rodeo a couple of years ago.

Apr 17th, 2016
Frank Zbignewich

Very good dark grape flavor with moderate to intense smoky oak.

Very good dark grape flavor with moderate to intense smoky oak.

Mar 12th, 2016
Jo Anne B

Much lighter than the other. Light jammy flavor.

Much lighter than the other. Light jammy flavor.

Mar 6th, 2016
Jonathan Winkel

One of the best wines I have tried.

One of the best wines I have tried.

Feb 15th, 2016
Tan Azarbad

Really enjoyed this Bordeaux blend. Nice on the nose, hints of green pepper, plum, currant. Medium body and medium legs. Soft tannins, likely undergone a vilification. Looking forward to drinking again.

Really enjoyed this Bordeaux blend. Nice on the nose, hints of green pepper, plum, currant. Medium body and medium legs. Soft tannins, likely undergone a vilification. Looking forward to drinking again.

Mar 5th, 2015
Steven Jones

3L format enjoyed on Christmas Day, held up well, but motes of age on the finish, glad we drank and did not wait.

3L format enjoyed on Christmas Day, held up well, but motes of age on the finish, glad we drank and did not wait.

Jan 12th, 2015