Brilliant Mistake Wines
2015 Cabernet Sauvignon
Rutherford AVA
Auction 21 | Lot No. 42
Vintage: 2015
Brilliant Mistake Wines
Cabernet Sauvignon
Rutherford
5 cases produced
Highlights
- The 2015 Brilliant Mistake is a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from a historic Rutherford vineyard
- Aged approximately two years in 85% new and 15% one-year-old French oak
- This wine is powerful yet lush, inky dark in color and rich in flavor
- A perfect expression of an outstanding growing vintage
Description
Sourced from a historic Rutherford vineyard, your Premiere Napa Valley wine is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine shows dark aromas of spiced plums, blackberries, mocha and cassis. The layers of complex favors reveal themselves with time in the glass, dancing between fresh fruit and dark vanilla/caramel tones with powerful yet smooth tannins. Inky and concentrated in structure, the wine is indicative of winemaker Maayan Koschitzky's style, which he has honed working alongside Philippe Melka, in addition to the vineyards of his native Isreal. This wine has been aged in 85% new and 15% one-year-old French oak for 22 months.
Wine Facts
- Wine is unfiltered
- Single vineyard wine
Maayan Koschitzky
Winemaker, Brilliant Mistake Wines
Maayan has amassed an impressive winemaking resume. From the vineyards of Israel to Screaming Eagle and Dalla Valle here in the Napa Valley, he has worked alongside some of the most renowned winemakers in addition to some of the most coveted terroirs in the world.
In 2014 Maayan began working with Philippe Melka and is currently the Director of Winemaking at Atelier Melka, overseeing an impressive list of clients while making some of the most coveted and award winning wines available.
In 2015, Maayan became the winemaker for Brilliant Mistake Wines, making small lot ultra-premium Bordeaux style wines. Regarding his winemaking philosophy, Maayan says, “It really is how you farm that a lot of time determines when you pick. Exposing the fruit to light early in the season, to burn pyrazines, and then protect it with the canopy later, I feel offers the best balance.” Maayan wants to keep the wine close to the land and create wines with a sense of place, which he feels all great wines need.
Country born: Israel
Education: Originally from Israel, Maayan has studied plant science at the Faculty of Agriculture, Hebrew University, working under Dr. Margalit, a well known winemaker and the author of Concepts in Winemaking and Concepts in Wine Chemistry. After moving to Napa Valley - Maayan honed his craft working at Screaming Eagle, Dalla Valle and now currently working under Philippe Melka as the Director of Winemaking at Atelier Melka.
Years in the wine industry: 10-15 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
I try and minimize winemaking techniques in the cellar so that I can create a wine that tells the story of the vineyard.
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Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from 750 Wines:
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brilliant Mistake Wines | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 21 (2017) | |
| BRYTER Estates | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Inspired | 21 (2017) |
| Clos Du Val | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | Full Circle | 21 (2017) |
| Hewitt Vineyard | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 21 (2017) | |
| Robert Craig Winery | 2015 | Red Wine | Howell Mountain | 21 (2017) | |
| Taplin Cellars | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Ethel Lewwelling Taplin | 21 (2017) |
| Turnbull Wine Cellars | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | 21 (2017) | |
| Ghost Block and Markham Vineyards | 2007 | Red Wine | Yountville | Meritage Blend | 13 (2009) |
Winery Distribution
Brilliant Mistake Wines is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.