Majek
2015 Cabernet Franc
Oakville
When you have great soil, an exceptional west-facing vineyard, and more sunshine than just about any other vineyard in the Valley, it is possible to grow exceptional Cabernet Franc that is one of the great examples of what this ancient variety produces. "Majek" grapes were first planted in 1991, and the resultant wine is big, bold and intense. Year after year brings great depth with a soft, velvety tannin structure backed up by bright, crisp acidity. When asked how long "Majek" would last, I replied, "longer than the cork." Great wine for an even better cause.
Winemaker, Oakville East Exposure
French native Marie-Laure, grew up in the rural Limousin region. With winemaking diplomas from both Burgundy and Bordeaux, Marie-Laure began her career in France at Domaine Lejeune in Pommard, Chateau de Pressace Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, and Dulong Negoiciants in Bordeaux. Fascinated by the energy and potential fro great wine in California, she moved here and began woring with Philippe Melka in 2003. With our 2010 vintage at Oakville East, Marie-Laure became our Head Winemaker. Sarah Gott our previous Winemaker has taken the new position of Consulting Winemaker for OE wines.
Country born: United States
Education: Graduated from the University of Bordeaux and The Viticulturist School of Beaune-Burgundy.
Years in the wine industry: 10-15 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
To bring grapes to bottle with minimal intervention while making sure that the finished wine brings its place and elegance to each taste.
11311 Harwin Drive
# 26
Houston TX 77072
832-338-5920
Premiere Napa Valley Wine Collection
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Somnium | 2021 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 27 | |
Acumen Napa Green Winery | 2021 | Cabernet Franc | Atlas Peak | 5.71 Carats | 26 |
Barlow Vineyards | 2003 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Calistoga | 26 | |
La Jota Vineyard Co. | 2005 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | 26 | |
J. McClelland Cellars | 2018 | Petit Verdot | Napa Valley | 25 | |
Palazzo Wine | 2019 | Cabernet Franc | Los Carneros | Midnight Angel | 25 |
Geodesy | 2018 | Petit Verdot | Napa Valley | Sage Ridge Vineyard | 24 |
J. McClelland Cellars | 2017 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Meritage PNV Cuvée | 24 |
Jamieson Ranch Vineyards | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Atlas Peak | Falabella | 24 |
Sterling Vineyards | 2018 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Diamond Mountain | 24 |
Spoto Family Wines | 2017 | Red Wine | Oakville | Christiane | 23 |
Oakville East Exposure | 2015 | Cabernet Franc | Oakville | Majek | 21 |
Ancien Wines | 2015 | Pinot Noir | Napa Valley | Cendres à l’Océan | 20 |
Priest Ranch | 2014 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Coach Gun | 20 |
Truchard Vineyards Napa Green Winery | 2015 | Pinot Noir | Los Carneros | 20 | |
Volker Eisele Family Estate | 2014 | Cabernet Franc | Chiles Valley District | 20 | |
Madonna Estate | 2014 | Red Wine | Los Carneros | Dolcetto | 19 |
Nemerever Vineyards | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Hillside Clone 337 | 19 |
Chateau De Vie | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Calistoga | 18 | |
Ancien Wines | 2012 | Pinot Noir | Napa Valley | 17 | |
Hopper Creek Winery | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Yountville | 17 | |
The Gabrielle Collection | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley | O'Connell Family Vineyards Estate Blocks | 17 |
Rocca Family Vineyards | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Yountville | Grigsby Vineyard | 16 |
Coquerel Family Wine Estates | 2009 | Sauvignon Blanc | Napa Valley | 14 | |
Hopper Creek Winery | 2007 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Yountville | Proprietor's Private Estate Reserve | 14 |
Bighorn Cellars | 2007 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Tetra | 13 |
Cosentino Winery | 2007 | Cabernet Franc | St. Helena | Carpenter Vineyard | 13 |
Hopper Creek Winery | 2006 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Proprietor's Reserve - Estate | 13 |
Cafaro Cellars | 2006 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Cafaro Family Vineyard | 12 |
Buehler Vineyards | 2001 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | The Terrace | 7 |
Clark-Claudon Vineyards | 2001 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 7 | |
Gargiulo Vineyards | 2002 | Sangiovese Blend | Oakville | Aprile Super Oakville Red | 7 |
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