Metaphora Wines
2016 Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 22 | Lot No. 153
Vintage: 2016
Metaphora Wines
Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley
10 cases produced
Highlights
- Single-barrel blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc
- An exquisite, provocative and immensely satisfying Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc blend
- Captures the terroir of three vineyards located in the Atlas Peak and Coombsville nested appellations
- Aged in 100% new French oak for 18 months, this wine is unfined and unfiltered
Description
Your one-of-a-kind Premiere Napa Valley wine is an exquisite, provocative and immensely satisfying Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc blend. Your wine captures the terroir of three vineyards located in the Atlas Peak and Coombsville nested appellations. Notes of dark fruit and cassis lead to a rich mouthfeel. Aged in 100% new French oak for 18 months, your wine is unfined and unfiltered.
Mark Herold
Winemaker, Metaphora Wines
MARK HEROLD PHD/WINEMAKER
Mark Herold’s fascination with wine started in his childhood home in Panama City. On his twelfth birthday he liberated a bottle of Port from his father's cellar. Undeterred from the horrendous hangover that followed the next morning, he set about to learn as much as he could about wine. After completing his academic career at the University of Davis with a Ph.D. in Ecology with an emphasis in nutritional biochemistry, he started his first foray into the wine world at Joseph Phelps Vineyards as the Research Enologist. Here Mark was able to bridge the scientific method with winemaking to determine the best approach to making the best expression of wine quality and seamless oak integration.
Merus was a labor of love that Mark started in 1998—a Cult Cabernet Sauvignon that he made in his garage in downtown Napa. His first vintage was extremely challenging weather wise as well as having limited access to equipment. Aside from all the challenges the 1998 Merus received 93 points from Robert Parker. Mark started his consulting business soon after with a client list that has included Hestan, Kamen, Harris, Buccella, Kobalt, Celani Family Vineyards, Maze and The Vineyardist. Mark is a Taurus and his favorite food is Sushi.
Country born: Panama
Education: University of Davis with a Ph.D. in Ecology
Years in the wine industry: 15-20 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
making the best expression of wine quality
A Bottle A Day LLC
4727 E. Bell Road Suite 45266
Phoenix AZ 85032
559-434-1771
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from A Bottle A Day LLC:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PATEL - Napa Valley | 2022 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Coombsville | 28 (2024) | |
| Schweiger Vineyards | 2021 | Red Table Wine | Spring Mountain District | On Your Right! | 28 (2024) |
| The Debate, Fiadh Ruadh | 2022 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 28 (2024) | |
| Pope Valley Winery | 2021 | Sauvignon Blanc | Napa Valley | PNV Super Blend | 26 (2022) |
| Silverado Vineyards | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | SOLO | 26 (2022) |
| Reynolds Family Winery | 2019 | Cabernet Franc | Atlas Peak | Depth Charge | 25 (2021) |
| Hewitt Vineyard | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 24 (2020) | |
| Palmaz Vineyards | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Slippery Slope | 24 (2020) |
| Steltzner Vineyards | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | 23 (2019) | |
| Davis Estates | 2016 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | The Final Phase | 22 (2018) |
| Long Meadow Ranch Winery | 2016 | Cabernet Franc | Napa Valley | Bear Canyon Vineyard | 22 (2018) |
| Metaphora Wines | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 22 (2018) | |
| Boich Family Cellar | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Proprietor's Barrel | 21 (2017) |
Winery Distribution
Metaphora 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.