Sterling Vineyards
2014 Cabernet Sauvignon
"Old Friends"
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 20 | Lot No. 206
Vintage: 2014
Sterling Vineyards
Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley
10 cases produced
Highlights
- Blend from Sterling heritage vineyard sites which feature low yields and superb tannin structure
- Hand-harvested, sorted three times and fermented as whole berries in our state-of-the-art reserve winery
- Aged 20 months in 70% new French oak stored underground in our 30,000-square-foot cave
- Cabernet Sauvignon blended with a touch of Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Merlot for balance and complexity
Description
This rare expression of Napa Valley winemaking is one of only 120 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.
Your Premiere Napa Valley wine is a blend from Sterling heritage vineyard sites which feature low yields and superb tannin structure (Diamond Mountain, Bear Flats, Tamagni and Barlow vineyards). The grapes were hand-harvested, sorted three times and fermented as whole berries. This wine was aged for 20 months in 70% new French oak and stored underground in Sterling’s 30,000-square-foot cave. The composition includes Cabernet Sauvignon blended with a touch of Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Merlot for balance and complexity.
Harry Hansen
Winemaker, Sterling Vineyards
Prior to being named senior winemaker at Sterling Vineyards, Hansen held the position of director of winemaking for Edna Valley. Hansen's tenure with Edna Valley began in 2001 as winemaker and was ultimately promoted to director of winemaking in 2008.
Country born: United States
Education: Harry has a degree in genetics from University of California, Davis and went on to receive his master's in enology, also from Davis.
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Commitment to quality, vision, and teamwork.
Liquor Barn
101 South Fifth Street Suite 3800
Louisville KY 40202
502-589-8181
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Liquor Barn:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cuvaison | 2019 | Pinot Noir | Los Carneros | The Next Fifty | 24 (2020) |
| Gargiulo Vineyards | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | G Major Augmented | 24 (2020) |
| Louis M. Martini Winery | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 24 (2020) | |
| Nickel & Nickel | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | John C. Sullenger | 24 (2020) |
| Paraduxx | 2018 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Stylishly Napa Valley | 24 (2020) |
| Tres Sabores | 2018 | Zinfandel | Rutherford | 24 (2020) | |
| Yao Family Wines | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 24 (2020) | |
| Belle Glos | 2017 | Pinot Noir | Napa Valley | Eulenloch | 23 (2019) |
| Ca' Momi | 2017 | Pinot Noir | Los Carneros | 23 (2019) | |
| Eleven Eleven | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley | 23 (2019) | |
| Emerson Brown | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Clone 338 Special | 23 (2019) |
| Girard Winery | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 23 (2019) | |
| Ideology Cellars | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley | Cento | 23 (2019) |
| Rombauer Vineyards | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Atlas Peak | 23 (2019) | |
| Salvestrin | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Dr. Crane Vineyard Homestead | 23 (2019) |
| Tres Sabores | 2017 | Zinfandel | Rutherford | 23 (2019) | |
| Clos Du Val | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | Full Circle | 22 (2018) |
| Leaf And Vine | 2017 | Chardonnay | Oakville | Unicorn Tears | 22 (2018) |
| Twomey | 2016 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | 22 (2018) | |
| FARM Napa Valley | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley | 20 (2016) | |
| Sterling Vineyards | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Old Friends | 20 (2016) |
| Rutherford Hill Winery | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 19 (2015) | |
| Sequoia Grove Winery | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Healy Vineyard | 19 (2015) |
| LATERAL | 2012 | Cabernet Franc | Napa Valley | 18 (2014) | |
| Canard Vineyard | 2011 | Red Wine | Calistoga | 17 (2013) | |
| William Hill Estate Winery | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Bench Blend | 16 (2012) |
| Ardente Winery | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Atlas Peak | Grande Riserva | 15 (2011) |
| Domaine Chandon | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | 15 (2011) | |
| Newton Vineyard | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Spring Mountain District | Piece of the Puzzle | 14 (2010) |
Winery Distribution
Sterling 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.