ADAMVS
2018 Cabernet Sauvignon
"Borne"
Howell Mountain AVA
Auction 24 | Lot No. 164
Vintage: 2018
ADAMVS
Cabernet Sauvignon
Howell Mountain
10 cases produced
Highlights
- Sourced from the most perfect barrels of one of our most exquisite vintages to date
- Exclusively from the ADAMVS Howell Mountain nested appellation estate, farmed organically and biodynamically
- Reflecting the highest elevation blocks at 2,000 feet, comprised of iron-rich red volcanic soils
- 100% Cabernet Sauvignon crafted with minimal intervention for the ultimate expression of site
Description
The historic land on which ADAMVS now grows Cabernet Sauvignon lends power, finesse, complexity and intrigue that can be attributed to no other site. Through an obsessive attention to detail in our farming and winemaking, wines of rare precision and focus are achieved. This unique wine is the ultimate expression of our land and of our commitment to crafting world class, age-worthy wines.
Wine Facts
- Wine is unfiltered
- Single vineyard wine
- Organically produced (also commonly called "organically grown")
- Wine is 100% estate grown and bottled
Sarah Donley
Winemaker, ADAMVS
Having grown up in her family's winery, Sarah always knew she would dedicate her career to winemaking. She attained a B.S. in Enology at Fresno State before embarking on a gruelling cycle of internships in order to hone her craft. Sarah then went on to spend six years at Colgin Cellars, rising from intern to Assistant Winemaker. Thereafter she joined Bart and Daphne Araujo as Winemaker and Production Manager for their Wheeler Farms project.
Sarah and her winemaker husband live on Howell Mountain with their two young daughters. The call of ADAMVS and its unique mountain property felt like something predestined.
"Living four minutes away just gives me more time to be in these vineyard rows getting to know the character and personality of this special site more deeply with every day that passes,"
Country born: USA
Education: B.S. Enology, Fresno State
Years in the wine industry: 10-15 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Harmony in the vineyard brings balance to the wine.
Philippe Melka
Winemaker, ADAMVS
Born and raised in Bordeaux, France, Philippe attended the University of Bordeaux graudating with a degree in geology, then a Master's degree in enology and agronomy. Philippe's first winery was Chateau Haut Brion, followed by work and study in Australia, Italy, back in France (Petrus) and finally in Napa Valley (Dominus). Philippe began consulting in 1995.
Country born: France
Education: Philippe attended the University of Bordeaux graudating with a degree in geology, then a Master's degree in enology and agronomy.
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
Honors / Awards:
Named by Robert Parker as one of the top nine wine consultants in the world.
Winemaking Philosophy:
Wines are made in the vineyard, with minimal intervention in the cellar.
First Bottle Wines
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American Canyon CA 94503
United States
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Winery Distribution
ADAMVS is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.
International:
- Canada - Ontario (Le Sommelier)
- South Korea (Vitis)
- United Kingdom (4 Corners Wine Company)