Farella Vineyard
2014 Cabernet Sauvignon
"Terrace Reserve"
Coombsville AVA
Auction 20 | Lot No. 191
Vintage: 2014
Farella Vineyard
Cabernet Sauvignon
Coombsville
5 cases produced
Highlights
- Each year we create a highly nuanced PNV wine based on an intimate knowledge of our vineyard blocks
- Cabernet Sauvignon blend from our estate in the heart of Coombsville
- Terrace Reserve is from our upper terraces, including a lot from our original planting in 1979
- Ample yet enough acidity for long-term aging
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.
Each year Farella creates a highly nuanced Premiere Napa Valley wine based on an intimate knowledge of their vineyard blocks. This Cabernet Sauvignon blend is from the heart of their estate in Coombsville, including vines on their upper terraces, originally planted in 1979. This ample wine reflects the glorious 2014 growing season, with enough acidity for long-term aging.
Wine Facts
- Wine is unfiltered
- Single vineyard wine
- Sustainably produced
- Wine is 100% estate grown and bottled
Tom Farella
Winemaker, Farella Vineyard
Tom Farella's original inspiration to enter the wine trade began as a youngster at the dinner table and was later fortified by a family trip to France and some gentle prodding by father Frank. He graduated from UC Davis in 1983 with a degree in Viticulture and Enology while holding down weekend and harvest work with Neyers Vineyards and Flora Springs Winery. His first real job was as winemaker at Preston in Sonoma County which he left after six years to work in Burgundy for Domaine Jacques Prieur in Meursault. The work/travel bug persisted, so he then worked in Oregon for a harvest at Ponzi Winery, then in the vineyard for Beaux Freres. It was after these rich experiences in 1990 that he came back to Farella Vineyard full time.
Country born: United States
Education: BS Enology & Viticulture, UC Davis 1983
Original Mentors, Bruce Neyers and father Frank
Preston Vineyards, Mentor Lou Preston
Harvest+ in Burgundy, Mentors Martin & Jean Prieur 1989
Harvest+ Oregon, 1990 (Dick Ponzi)
Years in the wine industry: 30+ years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Honor the vineyard site and always focus on balance, in order to produce wines with vibrancy and that complement a meal.
Archie's Waeside
224 Fourth Avenue, NE
LeMars IA 51031
712-546-7011
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Archie's Waeside:
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandlin | 2022 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | Blue Shale | 28 (2024) |
| Hossfeld Vineyards | 2021 | Red Table Wine | Napa Valley | CCF Blend - Coliseum/Contour/Flagpole | 27 (2023) |
| Anthem Winery And Vineyards | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | Estate | 24 (2020) |
| Y. Rousseau Wines | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Le Pic de Stagecoach | 21 (2017) |
| Farella Vineyard | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Coombsville | Terrace Reserve | 20 (2016) |
| Materra, Cunat Family Vineyards | 2015 | Merlot | Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley | Block 2, Barrel Fermented | 20 (2016) |
| VinRoc Wine Caves | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Atlas Peak | Coyote's Howl | 18 (2014) |
| Larkin Wines | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 17 (2013) | |
| VinRoc Wine Caves | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Atlas Peak | Koko's Block | 16 (2012) |
| VinRoc Wine Caves | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Atlas Peak | 15 (2011) | |
| William Cole Vineyards | 2006 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 12 (2008) |
Winery Distribution
Farella Vineyard 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 (Serendipity Wines)
- Florida (Consortium Wines)
- Illinois (Lagniappe)
- Michigan (AHD Vintners)
- Missouri (Bonded Beverage)
- New York (Soilair Selections)
International:
- Canada (LCBO)
- Canada (Vinosity)
- Norway (Garage D'or)