Dutch Henry Winery
2009 Cabernet Sauvignon
"Lost Dog"
St. Helena AVA
Auction 16 | Lot No. 82
Vintage: 2009
Dutch Henry Winery
Cabernet Sauvignon
St. Helena
10 cases produced
Description
For thirty years my family has farmed grapes in the Napa Valley and for the last six I have always lost one, two or three of my Airedale Terriers while walking our St. Helena vineyard. They always come back, sometimes within minutes, sometimes hours. But with tongues hanging and sporting unique aromas. In the winter, muddy. In the summer, covered in burs. But never with the jack rabbit they were hell-bent on catching. This jailbreak occurs in a particular block of our Cabernet Sauvignon Vineyard planted to Clones See and 337 (the backbone of our heavier Cabs). Lost Dog is sourced from this vineyard block, and is made in honor of the unexpected "chase" and where it can sometimes lead you.
Wine Facts
- pH: 3.73000
- Single vineyard wine
- Organically produced (also commonly called "organically grown")
- Wine is 100% estate grown and bottled
Tasting Chart
bone dry | very sweet | |
light body | very full bodied | |
soft, gentle | very crisp | |
no tannins | heavy tannins | |
Scott Chafen
Winemaker, Dutch Henry Winery
I began my winemaking career taking care of my family's vineyard in Calistoga. At the time, we sold our fruit to the co-op which is now Hall Winery. After graduating from college, I spent a year studying/working in France. Upon returning, I worked for Vincent Arroyo Winery (Calistoga) in both the vineyards and cellar. In 1991, my family started Dutch Henry Winery, where I serve as the winemaker.
Country born: United States
Education: BA In Philosophy with a minor in Studio Art/Comp- Lit. One year at the American University in Paris. Worked under Elias Fernandez.
Years in the wine industry: 30+ years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Simplicity. Let the vineyards do the work.
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Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Dynamic Brands Inc.:
Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tetra | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Mountain Song | 18 (2014) |
Dutch Henry Winery | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Lost Dog | 16 (2012) |
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