Oakville East Exposure
2012 Cabernet Franc
"Majek"
Oakville AVA
Auction 18 | Lot No. 215
Vintage: 2012
Oakville East Exposure
Cabernet Franc
Oakville
5 cases produced
Highlights
- Exceptional Cabernet Franc from the famed Saunders Vineyard on top of "Oakville East"
- 20-year-old Cabernet Franc vines produce grapes that we feel rival the best from Bordeaux
- A huge wine with our signature soft, elegant tannins allowing for graceful aging or early consumption
- A tish of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot accompany the Cabernet Franc in new French oak for 22 months
Wine Facts
- pH: 3.78000
- Single vineyard wine
- Organically produced (also commonly called "organically grown")
Tasting Chart
| bone dry |
|
very sweet |
| light body |
|
very full bodied |
| soft, gentle |
|
very crisp |
| no tannins |
|
heavy tannins |
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Marie-Laure Ammons
Winemaker, Oakville East Exposure
French native Marie-Laure, grew up in the rural Limousin region. With winemaking diplomas from both Burgundy and Bordeaux, Marie-Laure began her career in France at Domaine Lejeune in Pommard, Chateau de Pressace Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, and Dulong Negoiciants in Bordeaux. Fascinated by the energy and potential fro great wine in California, she moved here and began woring with Philippe Melka in 2003. With our 2010 vintage at Oakville East, Marie-Laure became our Head Winemaker. Sarah Gott our previous Winemaker has taken the new position of Consulting Winemaker for OE wines.
Country born: United States
Education: Graduated from the University of Bordeaux and The Viticulturist School of Beaune-Burgundy.
Years in the wine industry: 10-15 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
To bring grapes to bottle with minimal intervention while making sure that the finished wine brings its place and elegance to each taste.
Wine Hunter Imports, LLC.
7345 West Sand Lake Road Suite 319
Orlando FL 32819
407-342-0731
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| BRYTER Estates | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Inspired | 19 (2015) |
| Oakville East Exposure | 2012 | Cabernet Franc | Oakville | Majek | 18 (2014) |
| Louis M. Martini Winery | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 254 Meritage Blend | 17 (2013) |
| Tamber Bey Vineyards | 2010 | Cabernet Franc | Yountville | DCV Sandbox Blend I | 16 (2012) |
| B Cellars | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 15 (2011) |
Winery Distribution
Oakville East Exposure is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.