Force & Grace
2023 Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 29 | Lot No. 47
Vintage: 2023
Force & Grace
Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley
5 cases produced
Highlights
- Second vintage of Force & Grace wines crafted by winemaker Jean Hoefliger
- 100% Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Oakville and Rutherford
- Oakville fruit yields dark, dense fruit while Rutherford brings firm, bold tannins
- Wine is aging for 22 months in 60% new French oak, harmonizing tannin and building texture
Description
The Force & Grace 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon showcases the best blocks, the best lots and the best barrels, ultimately creating the finest expression of Napa Valley. Winemaker Jean Hoefliger crafted this Cabernet Sauvignon to celebrate what nature gives us, such as the varying climate and geography from which our fruit grows within. Our vineyards are situated in the treasured nested appellations of Rutherford and Oakville, which are largely responsible for Napa Valley's reputation as a premier growing region for this varietal. The artistic blending of these small lots of fruit from these incredibly diverse sites produces an enticing final wine; complex, concentrated, polished, age-worthy – representing the very best of the 2023 vintage.
Jean Hoefliger
Winemaker, Force & Grace
Swiss-born Jean Hoefliger is an artisan, a scientist and a seeker of knowledge who has pursued a lifelong passion for fine wine on a global scale.
Jean strives for creative perfection – even though he is the first to admit it is unattainable – and has always been motivated to reach for the stars. An unbound spirit, Jean’s ability to transform the best grapes into the best bottles is legendary and inspires his artful approach as the head winemaker at Force & Grace.
A believer in hands-on learning and collaborative thinking, Jean holds a degree in enology from the Changins wine school in Switzerland and honed his skills at Michel Schlumberger and Hartford Family in Sonoma; Château Carbonnieux and Château Lynch-Bages in Bordeaux; and Meerlust in South Africa.
From 2001 to 2005, Jean served as the winemaker for Newton Vineyard in Napa Valley, building an impeccable reputation. With an insatiable appetite for art, philosophy, and a good discussion, Jean thrives when his creativity and talents are left unbound by conventional thinking.
In 2006, Jean joined the founding team at Alpha Omega Winery in Napa Valley as Winemaker and General Manager, merging his skill for business and production. Over 15 years of successful vintages at Alpha Omega, Jean also launched a global wine consultancy, building a
distinguished portfolio of far-reaching wine clients from Napa Valley to Monteverro in Tuscany, Pact(e) in Burgundy, Perinet in Priorat, and MR Michel Rolland.
Led by founder Joseph Carr’s vision, Jean has meticulously crafted the Force & Grace portfolio to reveal the natural artistry, grace and power at the heart of California’s best appellations.
Country born: Switzerland
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
Winery Distribution
Force & Grace 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 (DTC)
- California (Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits )
- Florida (Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits )
- New York (Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits )
- Texas (Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits )