Cakebread Cellars
2008 Red Wine
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 14 | Lot No. 120
Vintage: 2008
Cakebread Cellars
Red Wine
Napa Valley
20 cases produced
Description
Exceptional components are needed to craft a fine wine. We like to play with blends, and after being with us for more than 20 years, so does our winemaker, Julianne Laks. She has assembled a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot that highlights a spectrum of ripe characters with supple tannins and an element of well-matched oak to amaze your palate.
Wine Facts
- pH: 3.70000
- Sustainably produced
Tasting Chart
| bone dry |
|
very sweet |
| light body |
|
very full bodied |
| soft, gentle |
|
very crisp |
| no tannins |
|
heavy tannins |
 |
Julianne Laks
Winemaker, Cakebread Cellars
I started college studying chemistry, then when my family moved to the Napa Valley and I fell in love with the wine industry. My father worked as a winery engineer for Robert Mondavi Winery, and he enlightened me with winery design and layout for energy conservation. I was fortunate to work with Myron Nightingale, where I learned the fine art of blending.
Country born: United States
Education: BS in Fermentation Science UCD; worked alongside Myron Nightingale with great appreciation for his sensory skills and humorous view of life; I briefly got to know Andre Tschelicheff while working at Beaulieu Vineyard and admired his passion for great wine and his intimate knowledge of the vineyards.
Years in the wine industry: 30+ years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Showcase the best fruit in Napa Valley, and don't cover it up. Let the vineyard speak through the wine.
Willow Park Wine & Spirits
10801 Bonaventure Drive, SE
Calgary AB T2J 6Z8
Canada
403-296-1640
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Willow Park Wine & Spirits:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freemark Abbey | 2004 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Cabernet Bosché | 26 (2022) |
| St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery | 2019 | Red Table Wine | Napa Valley | 26 (2022) | |
| Trefethen Family Vineyards | 2021 | Riesling | Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley | 26 (2022) | |
| Freemark Abbey | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | VanZ Vineyard | 22 (2018) |
| Galerie | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 22 (2018) | |
| Freemark Abbey | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Spring Mountain District | York Creek Vineyard | 20 (2016) |
| Galerie | 2015 | Riesling | Napa Valley | 20 (2016) | |
| Inglenook | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Creek | 20 (2016) |
| La Jota Vineyard Co. | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | 20 (2016) | |
| Saint Helena Winery | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Block 1 | 20 (2016) |
| Atalon Winery | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | 19 (2015) | |
| La Jota Vineyard Co. | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | 19 (2015) | |
| Mt. Brave | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | 19 (2015) | |
| Atalon Winery | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Atlas Peak | Corestone Ridge | 18 (2014) |
| Freemark Abbey | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Spring Mountain District | York Creek Vineyard | 18 (2014) |
| Trinchero Napa Valley | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | East to West, Mountain to Mountain Cuvée | 18 (2014) |
| Mt. Brave | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | 17 (2013) | |
| St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Rutherford Estate Vineyard | 17 (2013) |
| Cakebread Cellars | 2010 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Vaca Range Blend | 16 (2012) |
| Freemark Abbey | 2010 | Red Wine | Rutherford | Wood Ranch | 16 (2012) |
| Hess Collection Winery | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | 16 (2012) | |
| Clos Du Val | 2009 | Cabernet Franc | Stags Leap District | 15 (2011) | |
| La Jota Vineyard Co. | 2009 | Red Wine | Howell Mountain | 15 (2011) | |
| Rubissow | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | Three Hill Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon | 15 (2011) |
| Rutherford Hill Winery | 2009 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Premiere Blend | 15 (2011) |
| St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 15 (2011) | |
| Atalon Winery | 2008 | Merlot | Howell Mountain | W.S. Keyes Vineyard | 14 (2010) |
| Bouchaine Vineyards | 2009 | Pinot Noir | Napa Valley | Auction Select Best Barrel | 14 (2010) |
| Cakebread Cellars | 2008 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | 14 (2010) | |
| Cardinale | 2008 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | 14 (2010) | |
| La Jota Vineyard Co. | 2008 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | 14 (2010) | |
| St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 14 (2010) | |
| Trinchero Napa Valley | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | East to West Mountain Cabernet Cuvee | 14 (2010) |
| Cakebread Cellars | 2007 | Syrah | Los Carneros | 13 (2009) | |
| Cardinale | 2007 | Malbec | Napa Valley | 13 (2009) | |
| Freemark Abbey | 2007 | Syrah | Napa Valley | Beauty Tames the Beast! | 13 (2009) |
| Joseph Phelps Vineyards | 2007 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | 13 (2009) | |
| La Jota Vineyard Co. | 2007 | Petit Verdot | Napa Valley | Hill Vineyard | 13 (2009) |
| Atalon Winery | 2006 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | The Peers | 12 (2008) |
| Joseph Phelps Vineyards | 2006 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Backus Vineyard | 12 (2008) |
| Paraduxx | 2006 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | 12 (2008) | |
| Robert Mondavi Winery | 2007 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | 12 (2008) | |
| Rubicon Estate | 2006 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | CLONE 29 | 12 (2008) |
| St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery | 2006 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Limited Edition Estate | 12 (2008) |
| Sterling Vineyards | 2005 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Reserve Select | 12 (2008) |
| Terra Valentine | 2006 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Super Spring Mountain | 12 (2008) |
| Atalon Winery | 2005 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 11 (2007) | |
| Cakebread Cellars | 2005 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | Dancing Bear Ranch | 11 (2007) |
| Freemark Abbey | 2004 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Ahern Vineyard | 11 (2007) |
| La Jota Vineyard Co. | 2005 | 82% Petit Verdot, 18% Merlot | Howell Mountain | Howell Mountain Hill Block | 11 (2007) |
| Miner Family Winery | 2005 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 50/50 | 11 (2007) |
| Signorello Estate | 2005 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Big Rock Cuvee | 11 (2007) |
| Spottswoode Estate Vineyard and Winery | 2005 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Spottswoode Estate Vineyard | 11 (2007) |
| Atalon Winery | 2004 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 10 (2006) | |
| Bouchaine Vineyards | 2005 | Pinot Noir | Los Carneros | 10 (2006) | |
| Cakebread Cellars | 2004 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | Dancing Bear Ranch | 10 (2006) |
| Cardinale | 2004 | Merlot 62% Cabernet Sauvignon 38% | Howell Mountain | 10 (2006) | |
| Paradigm Winery | 2004 | Zinfandel | Oakville | 10 (2006) | |
| Stags’ Leap Winery | 2004 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | Estate Grown | 10 (2006) |
| Beringer Vineyards | 2003 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 9 (2005) | |
| Cardinale | 2003 | Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | 9 (2005) | |
| Lang and Reed Wine Company | 2003 | Cabernet Franc 75% Petit Verdot 25% | Rutherford | 9 (2005) | |
| Trinchero Winery | 2002 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | 9 (2005) | |
| Sterling Vineyards | 2002 | Malbec | Calistoga | 8 (2004) | |
| Cakebread Cellars | 2001 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 7 (2003) | |
| Cliff Lede Vineyards | 2001 | Cabernet Franc | Stags Leap District | 7 (2003) | |
| Paraduxx | 2001 | Red Wine | Howell Mountain | 7 (2003) | |
| Beaulieu Vineyard | 1999 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | BV2 | 5 (2001) |
| Robert Mondavi Winery | 2000 | Merlot | Los Carneros | Huichica Hills | 5 (2001) |
| Cakebread Cellars | 1998 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Vine Hill Ranch | 4 (2000) |
| La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi | 1998 | Sangiovese | Stags Leap District | Downey Ranch | 4 (2000) |
| Mumm Napa | 1996 | Sparkling Wine (Pinot Noir 60%; Chardonnay 40%) | Napa Valley | Vintage Reserve Rose | 4 (2000) |
| St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery | 1999 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 4 (2000) |
Winery Distribution
Cakebread Cellars is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.
Domestic:
- Alabama (Kobrand)
- Alaska (Kobrand)
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- Wyoming (Kobrand)
International:
- Canada (Charton Hobbs Inc.)
- China (ASC Fine Wines)
- Costa Rica (Felipe Motta C.R.S.A)
- Czech Republic (California Wines)
- Denmark (Napa Valley DK)
- Guam (Titan Imports)
- Hong Kong (Fine Vintage Far East LTD.)
- India (Brindco Sales Ltd.)
- Ireland (Febvre & Company LTD.)
- Japan (Jeroboam CO.)
- Mexico (Vinoteca S.A.)
- Panama, Republic of (Felipe Motta E Hijo S.A.)
- Philippines (Happy Living)
- Singapore (Culina Private LTD.)
- South Korea (Shinseagae L&B)
- Sweden (Ward Wines AB)
- Switzerland (American Wines Factory AG)
- Thailand (California Pacific Wines)
- United Arab Emirates (African & Eastern Limited)
- United Kingdom (Corney & Barrow)