Ampleur Cellars
2023 Cabernet Sauvignon
"The First Magnitude"
St. Helena AVA
Auction 29 | Lot No. 159
Vintage: 2023
Ampleur Cellars
Cabernet Sauvignon
St. Helena
5 cases produced
Highlights
- This inaugural 2023 vintage is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
- The fruit was farmed in the historic Hayne Vineyards in St. Helena, from the top barrel in the lot
- Originally owned by the Bourn family in 1872, the same family that built Greystone Cellars in 1888
- Ampleur is a partnership between Morgan Maureze and Andrew Wesson, produced at Seven Apart winery
Description
The Hayne Vineyards in St. Helena have been producing fruit for over 150 years and still have some vines dating to 1902. The Bourn family who planted it were the builders of the Greystone winery in 1888, where Premiere Napa Valley now takes place. This 100% pure 2023 Ampleur Cabernet Sauvignon is the top barrel in the lot of the inaugural release from a brand new NVV member. Ampleur is the French word for “magnitude,” “size,” “extent,” or “scope." We believe the finest wines of the world have a certain presence, or magnitude in the mouth which combines lively freshness of fruit with luxurious texture, framed by a supportive structure that allows the wine to age gracefully. Morgan Maureze's experience working at some of the greatest wineries in France and Napa Valley shows through in this exciting debut wine.
Wine Facts
- Single vineyard wine
Morgan Maureze
Winemaker, Ampleur Cellars
Morgan’s experience includes: Dominus, Haut Brion & La Mission Haut Brion, Petrus, DRC, Dalla Valle, Mayacamas, Ovid, Screaming Eagle, Dancing Hares, Arietta, and Marciano Estate. He took over winemaking at Seven Apart winery in 2023.
Country born: France
Education: Bachelors Degree: UC DAVIS
Masters Degree in Winemaking: University of Bordeaux
Mentors: Andy Erickson and Michel Rolland
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Use a light touch and let the fruit speak for itself.
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Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from A Bottle A Day LLC:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ampleur Cellars | 2023 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | The First Magnitude | 29 (2025) |
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| PATEL - Napa Valley | 2022 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Coombsville | 28 (2024) | |
| Schweiger Vineyards | 2021 | Red Table Wine | Spring Mountain District | On Your Right! | 28 (2024) |
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| Hewitt Vineyard | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 24 (2020) | |
| Palmaz Vineyards | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Slippery Slope | 24 (2020) |
| Steltzner Vineyards | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | 23 (2019) | |
| Davis Estates | 2016 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | The Final Phase | 22 (2018) |
| Long Meadow Ranch Winery | 2016 | Cabernet Franc | Napa Valley | Bear Canyon Vineyard | 22 (2018) |
| Metaphora Wines | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 22 (2018) | |
| Boich Family Cellar | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Proprietor's Barrel | 21 (2017) |
Winery Distribution
Ampleur 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:
- California (Direct to Trade)