S. R. Tonella Cellars
2017 Cabernet Sauvignon
Rutherford AVA
Auction 23 | Lot No. 152
Vintage: 2017
S. R. Tonella Cellars
Cabernet Sauvignon
Rutherford
5 cases produced
Highlights
- Rutherford Bench estate Cabernet Sauvignon from fourth-generation Rutherford vintner
- Estate vineyard features two different exposures and two different rare French clones
- 100% Cabernet Sauvignon aging in our favorite oak barrel
- Complex, with a deep, rich balance of dark fruit, savory spices and lush tannins
Description
This unique Premiere Napa Valley wine is sourced from our S. R. Tonella Cellars estate vineyard located in the Rutherford nested appellation, which has been in proprietor Steve Tonella’s family since 1910. We carefully timed and harvested at night, hand-sorted the clusters, then destemmed and sorted the berries to ensure the true expression of this site-specific Cabernet Sauvignon. Steve Tonella, along with consulting winemaker Julie Schreiber, selected this single barrel from the vintage’s most elegant French oak barrel. This complex wine showcases the exceptional character of the Rutherford nested appellation, with notes of black fruit and savory spices on the nose; bright layers of fruit show complex and layered integration with the oak, giving way to flavors of cassis and raspberry with notes of chocolate and spice. The beautiful fruit is enhanced by the lush mouthfeel, fine velvety tannins and wonderfully long finish.
Wine Facts
- Wine is unfiltered
- Single vineyard wine
- Sustainably produced
- Wine is 100% estate grown and bottled
Frederic Delivert
Winemaker, S. R. Tonella Cellars
Born and raised in France, his first experience with California wine industry happened in 1991, during an harvest internship while enrolled at the Ecole Superieure d'Agriculture de Purpan (in Toulouse) to get his Masters degree in agriculture. The experience abroad was so interesting that Frederic came back after graduating and started to compile a great experience in winemaking, with tenures at Newton, Far Niente, Duckhorn, Plumpjack and Cade, and most recently Martin Estate and Clark-Claudon. Frederic is convinced that winemaking starts in the vineyard. When grapes are brought to their best potential, then winemaking is just choosing the right path to express it. At S. R. Tonella Cellars, Frederic continues the tradition of site specific expression of Rutherford Appellation wine.
Country born: France
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
Double Decanted
11514 Gallant Ridge Lane
Houston TX 77082
281-826-1861
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Double Decanted:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S. R. Tonella Cellars | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 23 (2019) | |
| Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | JYGNTOR | 22 (2018) |
| Nellcôte | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Tumbling Dice | 22 (2018) |
| Merryvale Vineyards | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Schlatter Family Estate Vineyard | 21 (2017) |
| Herb Lamb Vineyards | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 20 (2016) | |
| Oakville East Exposure | 2014 | Cabernet Franc | Oakville | Majek | 20 (2016) |
| Clos Pegase | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Calistoga | The OG | 19 (2015) |
| Flora Springs Winery & Vineyards | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 19 (2015) | |
| Rocca Family Vineyards | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Coombsville | Collinetta Vineyard, Block One Barrel Select | 19 (2015) |
| Young Inglewood Vineyards | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | 19 (2015) | |
| Crosby Roamann | 2012 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | 18 (2014) |
Winery Distribution
S. R. Tonella Cellars 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:
- Oklahoma (Premium Brands Wine and Spirits)
International:
- Germany (HPJ Wine)
- Hong Kong (The Jockey Club)
- Japan (Nakagawa Wine Co., Ltd.)
- South Korea (J Wine Company)