Azalea Springs Vineyards
2001 Merlot
"Diadem"
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 7 | Lot No. 110
Vintage: 2001
Azalea Springs Vineyards
Merlot
Napa Valley
5 cases produced
Description
Diadem, originally the Laurel circlet awarded to Olympians, was transformed to jewel-encrusted gold to adorn the heads of Emperors. Azalea Springs Vineyard is similarly encircled with evergreen trees on the crown of a foothill of Diamond Mountain. Norah and Norman Stone believe this wine is the property’s crowning achievement, deserving the name: Diadem. It is rich with the dark luster of a ruby; the flavor is bright with fruit and multi-faceted, flashing red plum, cloves, and smoky, berry nuances. This is simply a gem.
No winemaker information available.
Hospitality Management Group
185 East Bay Street
Charleston SC 29401
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Hospitality Management Group:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cafaro Cellars | 2004 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 10 (2006) | |
| PlumpJack Winery | 2004 | Syrah | Napa Valley | 10 (2006) | |
| Azalea Springs Vineyards | 2001 | Merlot | Napa Valley | Diadem | 7 (2003) |
| Cuvaison Estate Wines | 2001 | Syrah | Los Carneros | 7 (2003) | |
| Robert Craig Winery | 2001 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | Howell Mountain Block 2 | 7 (2003) |
| Swanson Vineyards | 2001 | 75% Petite Sirah/25% Tempranillo | Oakville | 7 (2003) | |
| Tres Sabores | 2001 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Perspective | 7 (2003) |
| Charles Krug - Peter Mondavi Family | 1997 | Cabernet Franc | Napa Valley | 4 (2000) | |
| Far Niente | 1999 | Chardonnay | Napa Valley | Barrel fermented, unfiltered, unfined | 4 (2000) |
| Acacia Winery | 1997 | Pinot Noir (100%) | Los Carneros | Lee Vineyard (Dijon Clone (50%), Swan Clone (50%) | 3 (1999) |
| David Arthur Vineyards | 1997 | Merlot (87%), Cabernet Franc (13%) | Napa Valley | Y2K Merlot | 3 (1999) |
| Domaine Chandon | 1997 | Pinot Noir | Los Carneros | 3 (1999) | |
| Silverado Hill Cellars | 1998 | Chardonnay (100%) | Napa Valley | 3 (1999) | |
| Silverado Vineyards | 1997 | Red Table Wine | Napa Valley | Argento | 3 (1999) |
| Volker Eisele Family Estate | 1997 | Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot (33 1/3% each varietal) | Chiles Valley District | 3 (1999) |
Winery Distribution
Azalea Springs 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.