Antica Napa Valley - Antinori Family Wine Estate
2010 Cabernet Sauvignon
"Antinori 1"
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 16 | Lot No. 13
Vintage: 2010
Antica Napa Valley - Antinori Family Wine Estate
Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley
10 cases produced
Description
In 1385, Giovanni di Piero Antinori, founder of Marchesi Antinori, joined—on the advice of his mother, Albiera—Arte Fiorentina dei Vinattieri, the Florentine wine guild. Giovanni was a visionary who believed that wine is a "fundamental part of the diet at all levels of society and two liters of quality wine should be consumed daily."
Little did he know that 600 years later (in 1985), the 25th generation of Antinori wine producers, Piero Antinori, would bring a comparable vision to Napa Valley by establishing Antica Napa Valley.
The 26th generation of Antinori chose to name its Premiere lot Antinori 1, in honor of Giovanni and his acumen, enterprising spirit and personal capacity. The winning bidder will receive 90 liters of 2010 estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon—which, according to Giovanni’s estimation, should last him or her 45 days!
Wine Facts
- pH: 3.75000
- Sustainably produced
- Wine is 100% estate grown and bottled
Tasting Chart
| bone dry |
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very sweet |
| light body |
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very full bodied |
| soft, gentle |
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very crisp |
| no tannins |
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heavy tannins |
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Piero Antinori
Winemaker, Antica Napa Valley - Antinori Family Wine Estate
Piero Antinori grew up in a winegrowing family whose heritage includes 26 generations and over 625 years of traditional and innovative wine production in Tuscany and Umbria. As president, Piero Antinori has shaped the company since assuming this role from his father in 1966 into one whose wines are prized by connoisseurs the world over.
Under his guidance, investments have been made in other areas highly suited to quality wine production in a quest to promote new terroirs that are rich in winegrowing potential. Antica Napa Valley represents the realization of a long-standing desire, and is also a milestone in the production of great Antinori wines in the Napa Valley.
Country born: Italy
Education: My father Niccolo was my mentor as he insitlled in me a love of the wine industry, a respect for the earth and the land that is so important to the Italian way of life. After obtaining a degree in Economics and Commercial Science at the University of Florence, much time was spent traveling to other wine regions developing a relationship with international winemakers such Bordeaux's Emile Peynaud and Napa Valley's Robert Mondavi.
My three daughters are also my mentors. They will soon take over the day to day management of the business, and I can already see in them the future. They bring a continued passion to the business that has every day inspired me to produce the best wines that we can.
Years in the wine industry: 30+ years
Honors / Awards:
2008 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD 2008 from Wine Enthusiast
2006 BEST WINERMAKERS OF THE YEAR The Vinitaly 2006 International Award
1999 WINE SPECTATOR Distinguished Service Award
1986 Man of the Year, Decanter Magazine
Winemaking Philosophy:
The core of the Antinori philosophy is to maximize the undiscovered potential of specific wine regions, soils and microclimates while safeguarding the wealth of tradition, culture and taste which give Antinori wines their unique identity.
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Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Calwine:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Truchard Vineyards | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Los Carneros | 19 (2015) | |
| PEJU | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Dapper RED 83% Cabernet Sauvignon 17% Malbec | 18 (2014) |
| Groth Vineyards & Winery | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Sweet Spot | 17 (2013) |
| Howell at the Moon, Kelleher Family & Peacock Family | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 3 Way | 17 (2013) |
| Antica Napa Valley - Antinori Family Wine Estate | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Antinori 1 | 16 (2012) |
| Casa Nuestra Winery and Vineyards | 2009 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | 15 (2011) | |
| Coup De Foudre Winery | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Calistoga | 15 (2011) | |
| Larkmead Vineyards | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 15 (2011) | |
| Cain Vineyard and Winery | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Spring Mountain District | Francois' Pick | 14 (2010) |
| Tom Eddy Winery | 2007 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Block One Plus | 14 (2010) |
| Whitehall Lane | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 14 (2010) |
Winery Distribution
Antica Napa Valley - Antinori Family Wine Estate 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 (Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits)
International:
- Canada (Mark Anthony; )
- Canada - Ontario (Halpern)
- Caribbean (Compagnie Caribeenne de Distribution)
- Hong Kong (Links Company)
- Italy (Antinori )
- Mexico (AR Marketing )
- Singapore (Monopole PTE LTD)
- South Korea (Keumyang International)
- Thailand (Italasia Trading)
- United Arab Emirates (Harts International)
- United Kingdom (Berkmann Wines)
- Vietnam (Malthop Vietnam Company)