Single Favorite
2009 Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley
Our vineyards span over 1,000 feet in elevation with an extreme variety of terrain and weather. As a result, we farm harvest each section separately, and age separately. The Palmaz Vineyards Cabernet each year is a harmony of the whole estate. In 2009, there were 27 individual wine lots, each expressing a unique aspect of our location. For this auction, we have selected the single best location of Cabernet to bottle alone. Known in the vineyard as Ladera 1, this 2.05-acre parcel is one of the steepest slopes on the property. Over the last year, this barrel has been irresistible to the occasional visit by the family. Selected for its expansive palate and finesse this lot will most likely be a core component of our final blend.
18 months in oak
bone dry | very sweet | |
light body | very full bodied | |
soft, gentle | very crisp | |
no tannins | heavy tannins | |
Winemaker, Palmaz Vineyards
Mia Klein is one of America's most sought-after consulting winemakers. In addition to her work in the winery and vineyards at Palmaz, Mia has consulted with Araujo Estate, Spottswoode, Dalla Valle and Viader. Mia also produces Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet and Merlot under her own Selene label. Food & Wine named Mia "Winemaker of the Year" in 2003.
Country born: United States
Education: After receiving my degree in Enology from U.C. Davis, I worked my way up from the cellar to assistant winemaker and then to winemaker. I worked at Chappellet and Robert Pepi. I then left the world of regular employment and began consulting with Tony Soter. I've consulted for Spottswoode, Araujo, Viader and Dalla Valle. Not long after I began consulting, I started Selene Wines.
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
Honors / Awards:
Food & Wine Magazine- Winemaker of the Year 2003
Winemaking Philosophy:
I love making wine. From that first harvest, working the nightshift for Cathy Corison at Chappellet, I knew there was no doubt. Up to that point, I knew that having wine as a part of a meal with friends made that meal and that get-together something extra special, but until I worked in a cellar with grapes, wine, barrels, hoses, pumps, and other equipment, I didn't know how much I would love actually making wine.
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