Franciscan Estate
2014 Cabernet Sauvignon
Oakville AVA
Auction 20 | Lot No. 42
Vintage: 2014
Franciscan Estate
Cabernet Sauvignon
Oakville
10 cases produced
Highlights
- Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from our estate vineyard in the heart of Oakville
- This wine evokes aromas of cherry, vanilla and nutmeg, with hints of cardamom
- An abundance of ripe cherry and chocolate combine with notes of slate, mineral, sage and toffee
- The palate has a very smooth entry combined with vibrant fruit flavors and finely woven tannins
Description
This rare expression of Napa Valley winemaking is one of only 120 bottles that will ever be made. Think of it as a bit of Napa Valley history in your cellar and celebrated in a glass with friends and family.
Your Premiere Napa Valley wine provides a true expression of the nested Oakville appellation. Evoking aromas of cherry, vanilla and nutmeg, with hints of cardamom, sweet herbs and mint to create layers of interest on a beautiful nose. The pallet has a very smooth entry, with vibrant fruit flavors, finely woven tannins and a generous palate. An abundance of ripe cherry and chocolate combine with notes of slate, mineral, sage and toffee to create a full and complex experience.
Janet Myers
Winemaker, Franciscan Estate
Traveling a wine road wasn’t Janet Myers’ original path. In what now seems like another life, she gave up her pursuit of a doctorate in Biological Anthropology to move to London, where she worked in the restaurant industry. Living above a wine shop, she enjoyed sampling the wares of her downstairs neighbor and decided to learn about wine production. “When I realized that this was an industry that combined science and agriculture—which is my family’s background—I enrolled at UC Davis and haven’t looked back.”
The first harvest Janet worked was at the Robert Mondavi Winery in the Napa Valley. After graduating from UC Davis with a Master’s in Enology, Janet gave in to wanderlust. Wanting to connect to her roots by spending time in Italy (her mother’s ancestral home country), Janet turned to the Antinori winemaker in Italy, who immediately offered her a harvest internship at the Santa Cristina Estate in Chianti.
Before coming to Franciscan Estate in August of 2003 as associate winemaker, Janet also enjoyed stints in Australia’s Margaret River region and at big Cabernet producers Beaulieu Vineyard, Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars and Louis Martini. Janet was promoted to director of winemaking for Franciscan Estate in August 2005.
Country born: United States
Education: Masters in Enology from UC Davis
Internships at Robert Mondavi Winery in Napa, Antinori in Chianti, and in Australia's Margaret River Region.
Years in the wine industry: 15-20 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Janet's winemaking philosophy is ultimately to showcase and highlight the flavors and personality of the vineyard she's working with. Her goal is to let the fruit shine, to let the vineyard be what it wants to be - while balancing ripeness of fruit with age-worthiness, and richness of texture with finesse.
Janet Myers
Winemaker, Franciscan Estate
Traveling a wine road wasn’t Janet Myers’ original path. In what now seems like another life, she gave up her pursuit of a doctorate in Biological Anthropology to move to London, where she worked in the restaurant industry. Living above a wine shop, she enjoyed sampling the wares of her downstairs neighbor and decided to learn about wine production. “When I realized that this was an industry that combined science and agriculture—which is my family’s background—I enrolled at UC Davis and haven’t looked back.”
The first harvest Janet worked was at the Robert Mondavi Winery in the Napa Valley. After graduating from UC Davis with a Master’s in Enology, Janet gave in to wanderlust. Wanting to connect to her roots by spending time in Italy (her mother’s ancestral home country), Janet turned to the Antinori winemaker in Italy, who immediately offered her a harvest internship at the Santa Cristina Estate in Chianti.
Country born: United States
Education: Masters in Enology from UC Davis
Internships at Robert Mondavi Winery in Napa, Antinori in Chianti, and in Australia's Margaret River Region.
Years in the wine industry: 15-20 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Janet's winemaking philosophy is ultimately to showcase and highlight the flavors and personality of the vineyard she's working with. Her goal is to let the fruit shine, to let the vineyard be what it wants to be - while balancing ripeness of fruit with age-worthiness, and richness of texture with finesse.
Target
4847 Hopyard Rd #4-171
Pleasanton CA 94588
925-786-1806
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hewitt Vineyard | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 23 (2019) | |
| Clos Pegase | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Calistoga | Heart of the Canyon | 20 (2016) |
| Franciscan Estate | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | 20 (2016) | |
| Ideology Cellars | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley | 20 (2016) | |
| Black Stallion Estate Winery | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Unison | 19 (2015) |
| Howell at the Moon, Kelleher Family & Peacock Family | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Three-some | 18 (2014) |
| Newton Vineyard | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Spring Mountain District | 17 (2013) | |
| Flying Horse Winery | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 16 (2012) | |
| St. Clement Vineyards | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | Paras Vineyard | 16 (2012) |
| Groth Vineyards & Winery | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Sweet Spot | 15 (2011) |
Winery Distribution
Franciscan 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.