Dos Lagos Vineyards
2012 Cabernet Sauvignon
Atlas Peak AVA
Auction 18 | Lot No. 192
Vintage: 2012
Dos Lagos Vineyards
Cabernet Sauvignon
Atlas Peak
5 cases produced
Highlights
- Our Bumble-Bee Block (BBB) has traditionally produced the best Cabernet Sauvignon grapes on the estate
- The block is located on a steep, south-facing hillside
- The BBB gets a wonderful morning warm-up, yet is shaded from the strong afternoon sun
- The results are very intense flavors balanced with the Dos Lagos Vineyards tannin profile
Wine Facts
- pH: 3.58000
- Wine is unfiltered
- Single vineyard wine
- Sustainably produced
- Wine is 100% estate grown and bottled
Tasting Chart
| bone dry |
|
very sweet |
| light body |
|
very full bodied |
| soft, gentle |
|
very crisp |
| no tannins |
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heavy tannins |
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Robert Foley
Winemaker, Dos Lagos Vineyards
Robert Foley had his initial training working under Joe Heitz at Heitz cellars in the '70s and was also the founding winemaker of Markham Vineyards - where he spent 15 years prior to starting up Pride. Bob was founding winemaker at the famous Pride Mountain during the next fifteen years.
Bob Foley also created the highly acclaimed Switchback Ridge, Hourglass, School House, Paloma, Engel Family, and Dos Lagos Vineyards. Bob is focusing on his own brand Robert Foley Vineyards as well.
Now, Bob Foley is also the winemaker for Dos Lagos Vineyards.
Country born: U.S.A.
Education: He graduated from UC Davis in 1977 with degrees in both enology and viticulture.
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Bob’s reputation for producing very expressive wines that finish gracefully continues to develop at his new winery facility on the summit of Napa County’s Howell Mountain.
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| Detert Family Vineyards | 2010 | Cabernet Franc | Oakville | East Block 30-Year-Old Vines | 16 (2012) |
| Schweiger Vineyards | 2008 | Red Wine | Spring Mountain District | M | 15 (2011) |
Winery Distribution
Dos Lagos Vineyards is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.