Havens Winery
2013 Red Wine
"Meritage"
Spring Mountain District AVA
Auction 20 | Lot No. 88
Vintage: 2013
Havens Winery
Red Wine
Spring Mountain District
10 cases produced
Highlights
- A unique and very special blend of two noble grapes: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Petit Verdot
- Cabernet Sauvignon is from a steeply terraced vineyard, located high above the Napa Valley
- Petit Verdot sourced from the eastern hillsides of Napa Valley off Monticello Road
- Tremendous strength from the Cabernet Sauvignon, while Petit Verdot adds balance and elegance
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 unique and very special blend of two noble grapes: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Petit Verdot. The Cabernet Sauvignon is from a steeply terraced vineyard, located high above the Napa Valley. The Petit Verdot is sourced from the eastern hillsides of Napa Valley. This wine exhibits tremendous strength from the Cabernet Sauvignon, while Petit Verdot adds balance and elegance.
Eric Hanson
Winemaker, Havens Winery
I have experienced a broad diversity of winemaking styles: from ultra-premium Napa wines to large scale production in the Central Valley. My goal as a winemaker is to try to master winemaking for every consumer niche, and to deliver great wines at every price point.
Country born: United States
Education: University of California, Davis
B.S., Viticulture and Enology, High Honors, Department Citation
University of Oregon
M.S., Chemistry, Materials Science Institute
B.A., Chemistry, Emphasis in Biochemistry
Foreign Exchange, University of Stuttgart, Germany
Years in the wine industry: 3 years
Honors / Awards:
Graduated top of the class (Department Citation), magna cum laude in the Enology and Viticulture program at UC, Davis.
Winemaking Philosophy:
As a winemaker, my general philosophy is to work with the grapes. With my background, I bring together the art and science of viticulture and enology in an attempt to put the very best wine possible into the glass. I strive to maximize the potential of what the fruit holds.
Encore Beverage
8521 White Fir Drive Unit C2
Reno NV 89523
775-742-4814
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Encore Beverage:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Truchard Vineyards | 2019 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Los Carneros | Cave Block | 25 (2021) |
| Havens Winery | 2013 | Red Wine | Spring Mountain District | Meritage | 20 (2016) |
| Rocca Family Vineyards | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Yountville | Grigsby Vineyard's 20th Anniversary | 15 (2011) |
| Page Wine Cellars | Non-vintage | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Touts Dans Le Garage | 12 (2008) |
Winery Distribution
Havens Winery is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.