Emblem Wines
2008 Cabernet Sauvignon
"Michael Mondavi Family Selection"
Rutherford AVA
Auction 14 | Lot No. 69
Vintage: 2008
Emblem Wines
Cabernet Sauvignon
Rutherford
5 cases produced
Description
Four generations of the Mondavi family have searched throughout the Napa Valley for the ideal locations in which to grow Cabernet Sauvignon. This experience led to the exceptional valley floor vineyard from which this single-barrel lot of Emblem is created, expressing the unparalleled quality of the Rutherford fruit and the family's rich winemaking tradition.
Rob Mondavi, Jr.
Winemaker, Emblem Wines
As a winemaker, I first consider myself as a wine drinker, asking what do I want to drink and what do my friends want to drink, and then I select the vineyards, fruit maturity and all winemaking decisions based on the desire to create mesmerizing wines for myself, friends and family.
Country born: United States
Education: A non-classic winemaking background at Santa Clara University, miscellaneous chemistry and winemaking courses, but best of all a lifetime of experience in the cellar and vineyards.
Years in the wine industry: 15-20 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
My philosophy encompasses the amazing roots my family has planted, yet roots are not enough. Finding new ways to create cutting-edge wines is key and it is important to go beyond the style of wines that my forefathers created. If not, I would be disappointed in myself for not stretching the limits, as I would not have embraced the heritage to excel that was provided by my family
Pantheon Wine Shoppe
899 Skokie Boulevard
Northbrook IL 60062
847-498-1414
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Pantheon Wine Shoppe:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emblem Wines | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Michael Mondavi Family Selection | 14 (2010) |
| Gamble Family Vineyards | 2009 | Sauvignon Blanc | Yountville | Gamble Vineyard | 14 (2010) |
| Oberon Wines | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Hillside Reserve, Michael Mondavi Family Selection | 14 (2010) |
| Trefethen Family Vineyards | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley | 14 (2010) | |
| Clos Du Val | 2006 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | 12 (2008) | |
| Trefethen Family Vineyards | 2006 | Red Wine | Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley | 40th Anniversary Cuvee | 12 (2008) |
| Artesa Winery | 2005 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Atlas Peak | Granite Hill | 11 (2007) |
| Rutherford Hill Winery | 2000 | Merlot | Napa Valley | Selby Creek | 6 (2002) |
| Franciscan Oakville Estate | 1997 | Cabernet Sauvignon (95%), Merlot (5%) | Napa Valley | Reserve | 3 (1999) |
| Rutherford Hill Winery | 1997 | Merlot | Napa Valley | Watson Ranch | 3 (1999) |
Winery Distribution
Emblem Wines is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.