Spoto Family Wines
2017 Red Wine
"Christiane"
Oakville AVA
Auction 23 | Lot No. 72
Vintage: 2017
Spoto Family Wines
Red Wine
Oakville
5 cases produced
Highlights
- Christiane is a delicious classic red blend: 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 3% Malbec
- The fruit is from the Oakville Station, which is part of the most historic vineyard in the Oakville nested appellation
- Artisan-made with hand punch-downs, gravity-feed movement and constant attention to details
- Aging in custom-made French oak, this wine is a stellar example of a handcrafted, small-lot wine
Description
Our unique Premiere Napa Valley wine was created from exquisite fruit from the Oakville Station, part of the most historic vineyard in the Oakville nested appellation, once owned by Hamilton W. Crabb. By blending our Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Malbec, our wines represent the pinnacle of meticulously handcrafted wines. As a small winery, our attention to detail can’t be surpassed. We age our wine for up to 36 months in custom-made, handcrafted French oak barrels. Our family story and winemaking process are incredibly unique.
Wine Facts
- Wine is unfiltered
- Single vineyard wine
- Sustainably produced
Stuart Spoto
Winemaker, Spoto Family Wines
Stuart Spoto learned the art of winemaking from his father Henry Spoto Jr. and together they have been making family wines for over 30 years. This family collaboration has greatly influenced Stuart to create his ultra-boutique winery (producing less than 500 cases per year) and perfect his Oakville Cabernet and Bordeaux blends.
Country born: United States
Education: Studied Chemical and Civil Engineering at UC Davis
Years in the wine industry: 30+ years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Two things really, good grapes and cleanliness. This is a very minimalistic approach but solid advice given to me by my father years ago.
Bisou
11311 Harwin Drive # 26
Houston TX 77072
832-338-5920
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Acumen | 2021 | Cabernet Franc | Atlas Peak | 5.71 Carats | 26 (2022) |
| Barlow Vineyards | 2003 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Calistoga | 26 (2022) | |
| La Jota Vineyard Co. | 2005 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | 26 (2022) | |
| J. McClelland Cellars | 2018 | Petit Verdot | Napa Valley | 25 (2021) | |
| Palazzo Wine | 2019 | Cabernet Franc | Los Carneros | Midnight Angel | 25 (2021) |
| Geodesy | 2018 | Petit Verdot | Napa Valley | Sage Ridge Vineyard | 24 (2020) |
| J. McClelland Cellars | 2017 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Meritage PNV Cuvée | 24 (2020) |
| Jamieson Ranch Vineyards | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Atlas Peak | Falabella | 24 (2020) |
| Sterling Vineyards | 2018 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Diamond Mountain | 24 (2020) |
| Spoto Family Wines | 2017 | Red Wine | Oakville | Christiane | 23 (2019) |
| Oakville East Exposure | 2015 | Cabernet Franc | Oakville | Majek | 21 (2017) |
| Ancien Wines | 2015 | Pinot Noir | Napa Valley | Cendres à l’Océan | 20 (2016) |
| Priest Ranch | 2014 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Coach Gun | 20 (2016) |
| Truchard Vineyards | 2015 | Pinot Noir | Los Carneros | 20 (2016) | |
| Volker Eisele Family Estate | 2014 | Cabernet Franc | Chiles Valley District | 20 (2016) | |
| Madonna Estate | 2014 | Red Wine | Los Carneros | Dolcetto | 19 (2015) |
| Nemerever Vineyards | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Hillside Clone 337 | 19 (2015) |
| Chateau De Vie | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Calistoga | 18 (2014) | |
| Ancien Wines | 2012 | Pinot Noir | Napa Valley | 17 (2013) | |
| Hopper Creek Winery | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Yountville | 17 (2013) | |
| The Gabrielle Collection | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley | O'Connell Family Vineyards Estate Blocks | 17 (2013) |
| Rocca Family Vineyards | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Yountville | Grigsby Vineyard | 16 (2012) |
| Coquerel Family Wine Estates | 2009 | Sauvignon Blanc | Napa Valley | 14 (2010) | |
| Hopper Creek Winery | 2007 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Yountville | Proprietor's Private Estate Reserve | 14 (2010) |
| Bighorn Cellars | 2007 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Tetra | 13 (2009) |
| Cosentino Winery | 2007 | Cabernet Franc | St. Helena | Carpenter Vineyard | 13 (2009) |
| Hopper Creek Winery | 2006 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Proprietor's Reserve - Estate | 13 (2009) |
| Cafaro Cellars | 2006 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Cafaro Family Vineyard | 12 (2008) |
| Buehler Vineyards | 2001 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | The Terrace | 7 (2003) |
| Clark-Claudon Vineyards | 2001 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 7 (2003) | |
| Gargiulo Vineyards | 2002 | Sangiovese Blend | Oakville | Aprile Super Oakville Red | 7 (2003) |
Winery Distribution
Spoto Family 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.
Domestic:
- Florida (LIBDIB)
- New York (LIBDIB)
- Wisconsin (LIBDIB)