TOR Kenward Family Wines
2014 Cabernet Sauvignon
"The Magic"
Oakville AVA
Auction 20 | Lot No. 24
Vintage: 2014
TOR Kenward Family Wines
Cabernet Sauvignon
Oakville
5 cases produced
Highlights
- The Magic: Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard, F Block, 100% Cabernet Sauvignon aged in Darnajou barrels
- Tor Kenward and Jeff Ames teamed up for this special cuvee in a winemaking marriage made in heaven
- One of Napa Valley’s historically great terroirs planted in the 1870s, currently farmed by Andy Beckstoffer
- Between Andy Beckstoffer and Tor Kenward, over 75 years of experience as Napa Valley vintners
Description
This rare expression of Napa Valley winemaking is one of only 60 bottles that will ever be made. Think of it as a bit of Napa Valley history in your cellar and celebrated in a glass with friends and family.
The Magic: Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard, F Block. The magicians: Tor Kenward and Jeff Ames teamed up for this special cuvee in winemaking, using grapes from one of Napa Valley’s historically great terroirs, planted in the 1870s and currently farmed by Andy Beckstoffer. The result: a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon aged in Darnajou barrels. Abracadeabra, you’ll have a wine unlike any other.
Wine Facts
- Wine is unfiltered
- Single vineyard wine
- Sustainably produced
Jeff Ames
Winemaker, TOR Kenward Family Wines
Jeff Ames moved to the Napa Valley in 1999 and shortly thereafter began working as assistant winemaker to Thomas Brown on projects including Schrader, Maybach and TOR. In 2003, he took over as head winemaker at TOR, and in 2005 founded his own brand, Rudius Wines.
Country born: Germany
Education: BA in History
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
To let the vineyards fully express themselves and to completely utilize the best qualities of the fruit in a particular vintage.
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Winery Distribution
TOR Kenward Family Wines is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.
International:
- Canada (Breakthru Canada)
- Denmark (American Wine)
- Hong Kong (Continental Wines)
- Japan (Nakagawa)
- Puerto Rico (Plaza Cellars)
- Singapore (Vinx International)
- Switzerland (Real Wine)
- United Kingdom (Pol Roger)