Faust
2021 Cabernet Sauvignon
"The Pact Summit"
Coombsville AVA
Auction 27 | Lot No. 41
Vintage: 2021
Faust
Cabernet Sauvignon
Coombsville
5 cases produced
Highlights
- Your wine is sourced entirely from the CCOF-certified-organic Faust Vineyard in Coombsville
- Single-vineyard lot located in the heart of The Pact lot of our vineyard of volcanic origin
- 100% Cabernet Sauvignon with pure expression of the Coombsville nested appellation
- Aging for 20 months in 100% French oak (20% new)
Description
A tight-knit team of obsessive creators is the driving force behind The Pact Summit wine. From meticulous harvesting to innovative methods of fermentation, the winemaking process was overseen by estate director Jen Beloz and winemaker David Jelinek.
The Pact Summit 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is a limited release of five cases sourced from the highest elevation of the Faust Vineyard in the Coombsville nested appellation. Your wine is characterized by silkiness, a blue-and-black fruit flavor profile, minerality and pronounced acidity—translating to elegance and finesse that will age beautifully.
Wine Facts
- Single vineyard wine
- Sustainably produced
- Organically produced (also commonly called "organically grown")
- Wine is 100% estate grown and bottled
David Jelinek
Winemaker, Faust
David Jelinek joined as the winemaker for Faust in early 2016. Known amongst his colleagues for his passion for excellence, attention to detail and high standards - yet still someone you would want to have a beer with - David was the perfect fit for the team at Faust. He brings a wealth of knowledge from 18 years working in the wine industry and experience with The Prisoner Wine Company, Epoch Winery, Summerwood, Harlan, Groth, and Joseph Phelps.
Country born: United States
Education: Viticulture & Enology from California State, Fresno
Years in the wine industry: 15-20 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Winemaking starts in the vineyard.
Underground Cellar
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Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Underground Cellar:
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cakebread Cellars | 2021 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Estate Reserve | 27 (2023) |
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| Maroon Wines | 2021 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Coombsville | 27 (2023) | |
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| The Debate | 2021 | Cabernet Franc | Napa Valley | 27 (2023) | |
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| Antinori-Antica Estate | 2019 | Cabernet Franc | Atlas Peak | A27 - The Next Generation | 25 (2021) |
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Winery Distribution
Faust 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:
- California (Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits)
- Connecticut (Slocum & Sons)
- Florida (Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits)
- Georgia (Georgia Crown)
- Michigan (Great Lakes)
- New York (Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits)
- New York (Lauber)
- Ohio (Wine Trends)