Merryvale Vineyards
2009 Cabernet Sauvignon
"Estate"
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 15 | Lot No. 184
Vintage: 2009
Merryvale Vineyards
Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley
5 cases produced
Description
Merryvale Vineyards is a family-owned Napa
Valley winery dedicated to passionate winemaking
and the fine art of living well. Our
wines seek the perfect balance between
elegance and intensity. This 100% Cabernet
Sauvignon comes from our David Abreu-farmed
Merryvale Estate Vineyard, which lies in
the hills east of St. Helena at almost 900 feet
elevation. Opulent flavors of cassis, blackberry,
kirsch and mocha are seamlessly integrated
with the fine tannins that have become a
signature of the vineyard.
Enjoy! The Schlatter Family
Wine Facts
- Wine is unfiltered
- Single vineyard wine
- Sustainably produced
- Wine is 100% estate grown and bottled
Graham Wehmeier
Winemaker, Merryvale Vineyards
My goal after school was to expose myself to as much variety in winemaking styles and traditions as possible, with internships around the world (Tuscany and New Zealand) and across the north coast of California. The depth and power of mountain-grown Cabernet-based wines drew me back to Spring Mountain at Cain Vineyard & Winery, then later on across the valley to Merryvale's estate vineyard in the hills east of St. Helena. This remains my focus and my passion today.
Country born: United States
Education: BA Biology Williams College
Masters Food Science/Enology UC Davis
Years in the wine industry: 10-15 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Understanding your vineyards and making wine appropriate for the site will result in the most memorable and enjoyable wines.
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Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Bearfoot Bistro:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bennett Lane | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Calistoga | 19 (2015) | |
| Davies Vineyards | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Diamond Mountain District | Jack & Jamie's Blocks | 19 (2015) |
| Merryvale Vineyards | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Schlatter Family Estate | 19 (2015) |
| Rubissow | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | Hawkwind | 19 (2015) |
| Darioush | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | 15 (2011) | |
| Ehlers Estate | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Three Clone Cabernet | 15 (2011) |
| Havens Winery | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | 15 (2011) | |
| Louis M. Martini Winery | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Cellar 254 | 15 (2011) |
| Merryvale Vineyards | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Estate | 15 (2011) |
| Pine Ridge Vineyards | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 5X5 | 15 (2011) |
| Sequoia Grove Winery | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Gary Morisoli's Catch | 15 (2011) |
| Barnett Vineyards | 2003 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Spring Mountain District | 9 (2005) | |
| Cain Vineyard and Winery | 2003 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Spring Mountain District | 9 (2005) | |
| Cliff Lede Vineyards | 2003 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | 9 (2005) | |
| Cornerstone Cellars | 2003 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | 9 (2005) | |
| Hess Collection Winery | 2002 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | 9 (2005) | |
| Paradigm Winery | 2003 | Cabernet Franc | Oakville | 9 (2005) | |
| Pine Ridge Vineyards | 2003 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | 9 (2005) | |
| Sequoia Grove Vineyards | 2003 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 9 (2005) | |
| St. Clement Vineyards | 2003 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 9 (2005) | |
| Truchard Vineyards | 2003 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Los Carneros | 9 (2005) | |
| Volker Eisele Family Estate | 2004 | 50% Merlot 50% Cabernet Franc | Chiles Valley District | 9 (2005) | |
| Chimney Rock Winery | 2001 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | Alpine Block | 7 (2003) |
| Clos Pegase | 2001 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Palisades Vineyard - Riverbed Block | 7 (2003) |
| Milat Vineyards | 2001 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Premiere Cuvee, Estate | 7 (2003) |
| Mount Veeder Winery | 2001 | Meritage | Napa Valley | 7 (2003) | |
| Reverie on Diamond Mountain | 2001/2002 | Malbec Blend | Diamond Mountain District | 7 (2003) | |
| The Hess Collection Winery | 2001 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mt. Veeder | 7 (2003) | |
| Turnbull Wine Cellars | 2002 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Turnbull Triangle | 7 (2003) |
| Benessere | 2000 | Sangiovese | St. Helena | Estate - Brunello di Montalcino clone | 6 (2002) |
| Chimney Rock Winery | 2000 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | "Premiere Cuvee" | 6 (2002) |
| Frazier Winery | 2001 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Lupine Hill Vineyard | 6 (2002) |
| Girard Winery | 1999 | Merlot | Oakville | 6 (2002) | |
| Monticello Vineyards | 2000 | Cabernet Franc | Napa Valley | Big Ranch Vineyards | 6 (2002) |
| Paradigm Winery | 2000 | Proprietary Red | Oakville | Estate Bottled | 6 (2002) |
| Rombauer Vineyards | 2000 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 6 (2002) | |
| Schramsberg Vineyards | 1993 | Sparkling Wine | Napa Valley | J.L.D. Schram | 6 (2002) |
| Silverado Vineyards | 2000 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | See Selection | 6 (2002) |
| St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery | 2000 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Rutherford | 6 (2002) |
| Staglin Family Vineyard | 1999 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Salus - A Taste of the Old & New | 6 (2002) |
| Turnbull Wine Cellars | 2000 | Cabernet Franc | Oakville | Block 4/Weitz Vineyard | 6 (2002) |
| Volker Eisele Family Estate | 2001 | Merlot | Chiles Valley District | Volker Eisele Vineyard | 6 (2002) |
| Judd's Hill | 2000 | Chardonnay | Napa Valley | Blue Moon | 5 (2001) |
| St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery | 1999 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 5 (2001) | |
| Turnbull Wine Cellars | 1999 | Red Table Wine | Oakville | 5 (2001) |
Winery Distribution
Merryvale Vineyards 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:
- California (RNDC)
- Colorado (RNDC)
- Florida (RNDC)
- Georgia (RNDC)
- New Jersey (Opici Family Distributing)
- New York (Opici Family Distributing)
- Pennsylvania (The Wine Merchant)
- Texas (RNDC)
International:
- Belgium (Top Courtage)
- Bulgaria (Cartel Ltd)
- Canada - Alberta (Marram Fine Wines)
- Canada - British Columbia (Appellation Wine Marketing)
- Canada - Ontario (Profile Wine Group)
- Canada - Quebec (Blanc Ou Rouge)
- China (Wiki Wine)
- Czech Republic (8Wines)
- Denmark (Otto Suenson & Co.)
- France (Vins Duvernay)
- Germany (Movenpick Wein Deutschland)
- Hong Kong (Telford)
- India (Mohan Brothers)
- Indonesia (Pasifik Mulia)
- Japan (Nakagawa Wine Co.)
- Luxembourg (Caves Wengler)
- Mexico (Baja Wines)
- Netherlands (Hosman Vins Wijnimporteurs)
- Norway (California House AS)
- Poland (Mielzynski Sp Z.O.O.)
- Puerto Rico (V.Suarez & Co., Inc.)
- South Korea (Chiko Vino / Cosmo)
- Sweden (Skrubbes Wines AB)
- Switzerland (Movenpick Wein Schweiz)
- Taiwan (Creation Wines)
- Thailand (Lovely Fine Wines)
- Turkey (ADCO Gida/ Kemer Gida)
- United Kingdom (Humble Grape)
- Vietnam (Les Celliers d'asie)