2022 Skipstone 'Preface' Proprietary Red Alexander Valley

From Skipstone’s hillside estate in Alexander Valley, the 2022 Preface is a Bordeaux-style blend of 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Malbec. The vintage delivered naturally concentrated berries, resulting in plush texture and vibrant flavor. Aromas of crushed blueberry, chocolate-covered cherry, warm cassis, and raspberry reduction are laced with sandalwood, incense, and baked clay. The palate is rich yet refined, with fine-grained tannins carrying a long, energetic finish. Aged 20 months in 20% new French oak, unfined and unfiltered. Just 644 cases produced—From Skipstone’s hillside estate in Alexander Valley, the 2022 Preface is a Bordeaux-style blend of 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Malbec. The vintage delivered naturally concentrated berries, resulting in plush texture and vibrant flavor. Aromas of crushed blueberry, chocolate-covered cherry, warm cassis, and raspberry reduction are laced with sandalwood, incense, and baked clay. The palate is rich yet refined, with fine-grained tannins carrying a long, energetic finish. Aged 20 months in 20% new French oak, unfined and unfiltered. Just 644 cases produced—an elegant, expressive Skipstone gem.