Continuum Estate
2009 Red Wine
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 15 | Lot No. 98
Vintage: 2009
Continuum Estate
Red Wine
Napa Valley
5 cases produced
Description
The 2009 Continuum Premiere Napa Valley
lot is a wonderfully balanced and deeply
sensual wine. The majority of the fruit, more
than 80%, is from our Pritchard Hill estate
vineyards. These higher elevation sites grow
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and
Petit Verdot with real nerve and vitality. The
2009 from Pritchard Hill has a wild, mineral
power and texture which is readily apparent
in the finished wine. This wine is incredibly
vibrant; a powerful core of ripe fruit is
perfectly balanced by polished, supple
tannins leading to a long, nuanced finish.
A wine of exquisite power and elegance,
its inherent harmony and balance make it
delicious now, while assuring tremendous
ageabilty.
Wine Facts
- Wine is unfiltered
- Sustainably produced
Tasting Chart
| bone dry |
|
very sweet |
| light body |
|
very full bodied |
| soft, gentle |
|
very crisp |
| no tannins |
|
heavy tannins |
 |
Tim Mondavi
Winemaker, Continuum Estate
Tim has been active in the California wine industry for decades and a leader in developing, defining and promoting the AVA system in Napa Valley. Having an appreciation of local history as well as an understanding of the great wine appellations of the world, Tim helped guide the formation of the Napa Valley appellation, with a vision of embracing the further recognition of sub-appellations within it. A firm believer that great wine is a reflection of its origin, Tim is convinced that clear and logical definitions of appellations within the Napa Valley are critical to long-term education and understanding of this great region and its diverse and distinct wines.
Tim pioneered the concept of "natural winegrowing," developing significant environmental programs in the vineyards that go beyond organic. Many of his innovations in the winery promoted gentle handling and natural elevation of the winemaking process. The great research conducted and the many wine makers who Tim mentored through the years is how the winery came to be affectionately known as the "Mondavi University."
From 1974 until 2004, Tim Mondavi was winemaker and director of winemaking for his father's eponymous winery in Oakville, Robert Mondavi Winery. In addition he oversaw and improved production with associated wineries in other parts of the state: Byron in Santa Barbara, Arrowood in Sonoma and Woodbridge in Lodi.
His firsthand experience in the art of winegrowing extend to Italy, Chile, France and Australia, where Tim established and guided winemaking teams in the creation of world-class wines. In Napa Valley, he planned and developed the wine, vineyards and winery for Opus One. Overseas, he initiated and developed the joint ventures Luce in Italy and Sena in Chile. Tim also initiated and developed improvements in the vineyards and winery for Tenuta dell' Ornellaia.
Country born: United States
Education: Bachelor's degree U.C. Davis Viticulture and Enology
Years in the wine industry: 30+ years
Honors / Awards:
Tim is a former member of the board of directors for the Carneros Quality Alliance and the Napa Valley Vintners. He was also a founding member of the Oakville Winegrowers Organization and the Stags Leap District Winegrowers. He is a member of the Campaign Cabinet of the St. Helena Hospital Foundation, and former Chairman of the Foundation Board.
Winemaking Philosophy:
Tim has always felt that a strong emphasis on viticultural research programs, new developments in rootstocks, clones, and vine density is key to making great wine. The personality of great wine is a manifestation of the soil, climate and the people involved.
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| Barbour | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Man Cave Blend | 20 (2016) |
| Chateau Boswell Winery | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 20 (2016) | |
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| Krupp Brothers | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | The Doctor & the Bandit | 20 (2016) |
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| Tuck Beckstoffer Wines | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 20 (2016) | |
| Bell Wine Cellars | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Clone 6, Ermitage Troncais | 19 (2015) |
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| Krupp Brothers | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Doctor's Orders | 19 (2015) |
| Memento Mori | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | RTL | 19 (2015) |
| Pahlmeyer | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 19 (2015) | |
| Renteria Wines | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | Beller Bench Blend | 19 (2015) |
| VinRoc Wine Caves | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Atlas Peak | Coyote's Howl | 19 (2015) |
| Arkenstone Vineyards | 2012 | Cabernet Franc | Howell Mountain | Block 7 Upper Vineyard | 18 (2014) |
| Astrale e Terra | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Atlas Peak | Block 6/7 | 18 (2014) |
| Bell Wine Cellars | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Clone 6, St. Martin Grande Reserve | 18 (2014) |
| Bennett Lane | 2012 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | 18 (2014) | |
| Croze | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | 18 (2014) | |
| Robert Craig Winery | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | Upper Block | 18 (2014) |
| Spoto Wines | 2012 | Malbec | Oakville | 18 (2014) | |
| Sullivan Vineyards | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 18 (2014) | |
| Terra Valentine | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Spring Mountain District | The Crown Jewel | 18 (2014) |
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| Arkenstone Vineyards | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | Block 1 Lower | 17 (2013) |
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| Barbour Wines | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Man Cave Blend III | 16 (2012) |
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| Continuum Estate | 2009 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | 15 (2011) | |
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| Elyse Winery | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 14 (2010) | |
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| Krupp Brothers | 2006 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 12 (2008) | |
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Winery Distribution
Continuum Estate 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:
- Austria (KRACHER Fine Wine GmbH)
- Bahamas (Graycliff Company Limited)
- Bermuda (Two Rock Wine Company Ltd.)
- Canada - Alberta (Authentic Wines & Spirits)
- Canada - British Columbia (Authentic Wines & Spirits)
- Canada - Ontario (Rogers)
- Canada - Quebec (Authentic Wines & Spirits)
- Czech Republic (Californian Wines AS)
- Denmark (Laudrup Vin & Gastronomi)
- Dominican Republic (El Catador)
- Finland (Vinetum Oy)
- Germany (Mövenpick Wein AG)
- Guam (Pacific Wine & Spirits, Inc.)
- Hong Kong (Links Concept)
- Indonesia (Boga Fine Wine)
- Ireland (Erin Vintners)
- Italy (Gaja Distribuzione)
- Japan (Wine To Style)
- Macau (Links Concept)
- Mexico (Vinosapiens)
- Netherlands (Wine Companions)
- New Zealand (Fine Wine Delivery Ltd.)
- Norway (Vinetum AS)
- Philippines (Premium Wine Exchange)
- Puerto Rico (Aficionado’s Wine & Spirits)
- Singapore (Monopole Wines)
- South Korea (Nara Foods)
- Spain (CASKADIA WINES SL)
- Sweden (The Wine Agency)
- Switzerland (Mövenpick Wein AG)
- Taiwan (Sergio Valente, Inc.)
- Thailand (Independent Wine & Spirit)
- United Arab Emirates (MMI)