Tierra Roja Vineyards
2016 Cabernet Sauvignon
"Ames Straight"
Oakville AVA
Auction 22 | Lot No. 137
Vintage: 2016
Tierra Roja Vineyards
Cabernet Sauvignon
Oakville
5 cases produced
Highlights
- Rarest of the rare, 100% harvested from the steepest slopes of the Tierra Roja Vineyard
- First vintage with Jeff Ames as sole winemaker
- Selected from the winemaker's favorite barrel before blending
- Draped in a purple robe with garnet red luster, and complex and inviting aromas
Description
Sold only through our mailing list and a few great restaurants across the country and abroad, Tierra Roja is already a rare treasure, mined from the iron rich soils that are her namesake. With only 225 cases produced annually, this five case Premiere Napa Valley lot promises you a truly elite wine. More importantly, it's a fantastic and memorable wine your customers will love.
Wine Facts
- Single vineyard wine
- Sustainably produced
Linda Neal
Winemaker, Tierra Roja Vineyards
Linda is Vintner/Grape Grower of Tierra Roja Vineyard in Oakville, Napa Valley .
She has had extensive experience in vineyard management over the past 35 years in the Napa Valley.
Country born: United States
Education: BA in Business and Economics, AS in Ag Business. Holds PCA, QAL and FLC Licenses issued by the State of California, and is involved in numerous local organizations.
Years in the wine industry: 30+ years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Use all the best practices available to showcase the natural beauty of the fruit, of the terroir.
Zoes Restaurant
713 19th Street
Virginia Beach VA 23451
757-437-3636
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Zoes Restaurant:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt. Brave | 2019 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | 25 (2021) | |
| Tamber Bey | 2019 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Oakville Estate | 25 (2021) |
| Viader Vineyards & Winery | 2019 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Block B7 | 25 (2021) |
| AXR Winery | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Sleeping Pritchard | 22 (2018) |
| The Debate | 2016 | Cabernet Franc | Napa Valley | 22 (2018) | |
| Tierra Roja Vineyards | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Ames Straight | 22 (2018) |
| Trefethen Family Vineyards | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley | Celebrating 50 Years! | 22 (2018) |
| Gandona Estate | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 21 (2017) | |
| HALL | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Sacrashe | 21 (2017) |
| La Jota Vineyard Co. | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | 21 (2017) | |
| Mt. Brave | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | 21 (2017) | |
| Alpha Omega | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Dr. To Kalon | 20 (2016) |
| Gandona Estate | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 20 (2016) | |
| Matthiasson | 2014 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Three Sisters | 20 (2016) |
| Shafer Vineyards | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | Sunspot Vineyard | 20 (2016) |
| Tierra Roja Vineyards | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Collaboration | 20 (2016) |
| Trefethen Family Vineyards | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley | Perfect Timing | 20 (2016) |
| Hess Collection Winery | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | 19 (2015) | |
| Trefethen Family Vineyards | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley | Lost & Found | 19 (2015) |
| Bello Family Vineyards | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 18 (2014) | |
| Shafer Vineyards | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | Sunspot Vineyard | 18 (2014) |
| Spottswoode Estate Vineyard and Winery | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | 18 (2014) |
Winery Distribution
Tierra Roja 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.
Domestic:
- Florida (Twenty-one Wines)
- Kansas (LDF Wines)
- Nevada (Imperial Wines)
- Texas (Impression Portfolio)
- Virginia (ZWineGuy)