Swanson Vineyards
2013 Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 19 | Lot No. 7
Vintage: 2013
Swanson Vineyards
Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley
10 cases produced
Highlights
- Created by winemaker Chris Phelps and blending consultant Guillaume Thienpont, Vieux Château Certan
- 50% Clone 337 from a very rocky, southeast-facing slope at Blossom Creek Vineyard in Calistoga
- 50% Clone 7 from dark gravelly clay loam soil on gentle east-facing slope at Sleeping Lady Vineyard
- Rich and powerful, yet complex and balanced, with French oak adding silkiness to the aromatic finish
Description
Once again, winemaker Chris Phelps has collaborated with consulting winemaker Guillaume Thienpont from Vieux Château Certan in Pomerol, on the Right Bank of the Bordeaux region.
Guillaume’s breadth of experience, from Châteaux Margaux (Médoc) to Domaine Jean Grivot (Vosne-Romanée), to Ornellaia and Le Macchiole (Tuscany) brought additional open-mindedness and perspective to Chris’ own background (Dominus, Caymus, Pétrus) to create this unique 10-case lot.
The wine is 100% pure Cabernet Sauvignon, 50% Clone 337 from the rocky, southeast slope of Blossom Creek Vineyard in Calistoga, 50% from the gravelly-clay loam of Sleeping Lady Vineyard in Yountville.
The bottom line: two accomplished winemakers, the two best Swanson Cabernet lots from a very solid Napa Valley red wine vintage, ONLY 10 cases produced.
Wine Facts
- Sustainably produced
Chris Phelps
Winemaker, Swanson Vineyards
Founding winemaker, Dominus Estate, 1984-1996; Caymus Vineyards, 1996-2003; and Swanson Vineyards, 2003-present
Country born: United States
Education: Louis M. Martini, 6-month internship, 1980
BS Enology/Fermentation Science, UC Davis, 1981
Advanced enology studies, University of Bordeaux, 1981-1982
Chateau des Laurets, Puisseguin-St. Emilion, internship 1982
Mentors: Michael Martini, Jean-Claude Berrouet, Christian Moueix, Chuck Wagner
Years in the wine industry: 30+ years
Winemaking Philosophy:
My approach is minimalist, with the appropriate use of technology, a reliance upon intution, a respect of terroir, and a team approach with excellent communication between cellar and vineyard
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Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Cab Collectors:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swanson Vineyards | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 19 (2015) | |
| Cornerstone Cellars | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Davis Block | 15 (2011) |
Winery Distribution
Swanson 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.
International:
- Caribbean (Global Wine Advisors)
- China (EVO Wine Group)
- Denmark (American Wine)
- Japan (Belluna Co., Ltd.)