Ghost Block and Markham Vineyards
2010 Red Wine
Yountville AVA
Auction 16 | Lot No. 2
Vintage: 2010
Ghost Block and Markham Vineyards
Red Wine
Yountville
20 cases produced
Description
The Pelissa and Del Bondio families have had a close relationship through time. The Pelissa family began harvesting grapes in the valley in 1903 and the Del Bondio family arrived here in 1902.
Andrew Hoxsey, proprietor of Ghost Block and grandson of Andrew Pelissa, and Bryan Del Bondio, president of Markham Vineyards, have come together to create a Meritage blend from their respective Yountville vineyards: the Ghost Block Vineyard, part of pioneer George Yount's original land grant where he planted the first grapevines in Napa Valley; and Markham's Yountville Vineyard, planted after Prohibition and the source of the winery's prestigious Merlots.
Andrew and Bryan, founding members of the Yountville AVA, have come together for a fourth year to create this powerful blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec and Petit Verdot for Premiere Napa Valley.
Wine Facts
- pH: 3.80000
- Organically produced (also commonly called "organically grown")
Tasting Chart
| bone dry |
|
very sweet |
| light body |
|
very full bodied |
| soft, gentle |
|
very crisp |
| no tannins |
|
heavy tannins |
 |
Kimberlee Jackson Nicholls
Winemaker, Ghost Block and Markham Vineyards
Over a career spanning almost 30 years, Kimberlee Nicholls has
earned a reputation as one of Napa Valley’s most respected
winemakers. With a gifted palate, and three decades of Napa
Valley winemaking knowledge and experience, Kim crafts
wines of character and complexity from Markham’s 350 acres of
certified sustainable estate vineyards in Yountville, Oak Knoll
and Calistoga.
Country born: United States
Education: B.S. in Biology, Willamette University, Salem, OR. Stag's Leap Wine Cellars (John Gibson / Francoise Peschon)
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Food, family and fun! Food and wine have a harmony that is best expressed at the table. We enjoy making wines here at Markham Vineyards that we can pair with food. Having fun and sharing with our family of friends makes us love what we do.
Robert Lawson
Winemaker, Ghost Block and Markham Vineyards
Rob was hired at Napa Wine Co. as an enologist in 1993. In 1997, he became general manager/winemaker at J.Fritz Winery in Sonoma. In 1998, however, Rob returned and was appointed as general manager of Napa Wine Company and soon assumed the position of CEO. Rob has overseen the production of many top wine labels, including Pahlmeyer, Bryant Family, Colgin, Blankiet, Staglin, Marcassin, Turley and Showket. He was fortunate to work alongside some of the most respected winemakers in the valley, such as Helen Turley, Paul Hobbs, Pam Starr and Heidi Peterson Barrett.
Country born: United States
Education: Rob graduated in 1992 from California State University, Fresno with a degree in Plant Science and an emphasis in Viticulture.
Years in the wine industry: 15-20 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Rob seeks to capture the true varietal and regional character of the varietal by pairing New World technology with traditional techniques to create wines that are both fruit driven and robust in flavor and texture.
Marlow's Tavern
401 S Palm Avenue Unit 102
Sarasota FL 34236
770-425-8777
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Marlow's Tavern:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghost Block and Markham Vineyards | 2010 | Red Wine | Yountville | 16 (2012) | |
| PureCru Napa Valley | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Return of the Secret Clone | 16 (2012) |
Winery Distribution
Ghost Block and Markham 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:
- Arizona (Action Wine & Spirits)
- California (Winebow)
- Colorado (CTS)
- Florida (Winebow)
- Georgia (Winebow)
- Idaho (S&C Wines)
- Illinois (Fine Vines)
- Michigan (Veritas)
- Minnesota (Winebow)
- Montana (Cardinal)
- Nebraska (Chieftain)
- Nevada (Cork)
- New Jersey (Winebow)
- New Mexico (Favorite Brands)
- New York (Winebow)
- North Carolina (Winebow)
- Ohio (Private Reserve)
- Oklahoma (RNDC)
- South Dakota (Cask & Cork)
- Texas (Favorite Brands)
- Virginia (Winebow)
- Washington (Winebow)
International:
- Canada - Alberta (South by Southwest)
- Canada - Manitoba (Jones & Company)
- Germany (SANSIBAR)
- Japan (Nakagawa)
- South Korea (WINE2U KOREA)