Selah Wines
2017 Cabernet Sauvignon
"Selah"
Howell Mountain AVA
Auction 23 | Lot No. 182
Vintage: 2017
Selah Wines
Cabernet Sauvignon
Howell Mountain
5 cases produced
Highlights
- From a single-vineyard estate on Howell Mountain
- 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from Clones 7 and 337
- Wine crafted by Thomas Rivers Brown
- Aging in 100% French oak (80% new) for 18 months
Description
One hundred percent estate grown fruit from the Howell Mountain nested appellation. This 100 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, made by Thomas Rivers Brown, expresses classic Howell Mountain characteristics that can be laid down for years but is also approachable young.
Wine Facts
- Single vineyard wine
Thomas Rivers Brown
Winemaker, Selah Wines
A native of South Carolina, Thomas was in college when he developed an interest in wine, and he expanded his knowledge of the world’s great wine regions while working at All Seasons Wine Shop in Calistoga, CA. He began making wine himself in the late 1990s and quickly became known for some of the most sought-after wines in Napa Valley, including his own project, Rivers-Marie. In October 2008, Thomas made history as the youngest winemaker to score two perfect “100 point” scores from Robert M. Parker, Jr. of The Wine Advocate.
Country born: United States
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
Southern Napa Fine Wine House
2304 Main Street
Daphne AL 36526
251-375-2800
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Southern Napa Fine Wine House:
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone Cellars | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | 24 (2020) | |
| Davies Vineyards | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Diamond Mountain District | J. Davies Estate Rock Garden | 24 (2020) |
| Nemerever | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Hillside | 24 (2020) |
| Somerston Estate | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Everest | 24 (2020) |
| TEXTBOOK | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Sticks & Stones | 24 (2020) |
| Burgess Cellars | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Brush Breaker | 23 (2019) |
| Selah Wines | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | Selah | 23 (2019) |
| Vine Cliff Winery | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Spirit | 23 (2019) |
| Anthem Winery And Vineyards, Llc | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | 22 (2018) | |
| Jean Edwards Cellars | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Trois II | 22 (2018) |
| Monticello Vineyards | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley | Block 2 | 22 (2018) |
| Taplin Cellars | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Ethel Lewelling Taplin | 22 (2018) |
| Anthem Winery and Vineyards, LLC | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | 21 (2017) | |
| Gamble Family Vineyards | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | 21 (2017) | |
| Rocca Family Vineyards | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Yountville | Grigsby Vineyard Old Vines Barrel 15047 | 21 (2017) |
| Schramsberg Vineyards | 1996 | Sparkling Wine | Napa Valley | J. Schram Late Disgorged | 21 (2017) |
| Beran | 2014 | Zinfandel | Napa Valley | 20 (2016) | |
| Darioush | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | 20 (2016) | ||
| Frank Family Vineyards | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Winston Hill | 20 (2016) |
| Miner Family Winery | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | 19 (2015) | |
| Davies Vineyards | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Diamond Mountain District | Jamie's Select | 18 (2014) |
Winery Distribution
Selah 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.