Ideology Cellars
2012 Cabernet Sauvignon
Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley AVA
Auction 18 | Lot No. 161
Vintage: 2012
Ideology Cellars
Cabernet Sauvignon
Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley
20 cases produced
Highlights
- Single vineyard, estate-grown fruit, 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
- This barrel is a special blend of different clones, different barrel coopers and unique winemaking styles
- This wine will be barrel aged for 24 months upon release
Wine Facts
- pH: 3.60000
- Wine is unfiltered
- Single vineyard wine
- Wine is 100% estate grown and bottled
Tasting Chart
| bone dry |
|
very sweet |
| light body |
|
very full bodied |
| soft, gentle |
|
very crisp |
| no tannins |
|
heavy tannins |
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Gustavo Gonzalez
Winemaker, Ideology Cellars
My experience covers making many different varieties in a number of countries. The first wine I made was a Sauvignon Blanc Botrytis. From 2003 through 2012 I was responsible for all the Red Wines at Robert Mondavi Winery. I also worked in Italy (Bolgheri and Chianti) as well as in Burgundy.In addition to Napa Valley I also work in Argentina and Brazil.
Country born: usa
Education: I was educated at both the University of California, Berkeley as well as the University of Califirnia Davis.
My Mentors include Michel Rolland and the Robert Mondavi family.
Years in the wine industry: 15-20 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
I am a firm believer in Terroir and Subscribe to three fundamental tenets: creativity,intuition and know how.
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Winery Distribution
Ideology 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.