Luna Vineyards
Riserva
2018 Sangiovese
Oakville
Auction 24 | Lot No. 149
Vintage: 2018
Luna Vineyards
Riserva
Sangiovese
Oakville
5 cases produced
Highlights
- 100% Sangiovese
- Sourced from a single vineyard in the Oakville nested appellation known for its outstanding rocky soils
- Aging in 70% new Hungarian and French oak; a large percentage for the Sangiovese variety
- Huge wine, soft tannins with classic varietal notes of violets and bramble berries
Description
Luna Vineyards was founded with the playful intention of making Italian varietals in Napa Valley. Sangiovese has been at the heart of Luna winemaking since the beginning. This blend is our special offering from the Game Farm Vineyard in Oakville, farmed by Alex Vyborney. The rocky, well-drained soils produce luscious grapes with incredible tannins allowing this wine to be barrel aged in 70 percent new Hungarian and French oak for 20 months.
Wine Facts
- Single vineyard wine
Shawna Miller
Winemaker, Luna Vineyards
Traveled to work harvest abroad, always returning to Napa Valley. I have been at Luna for 9 years, previously working at Moone Tsai, Rombauer and Bealieu Vineyards in the Napa Valley.
Country born: United States
Education: Foreign study in New Zealand and Australia. UC Davis Extension Winemaking Certificate. My most influential mentors in California have been Philippe Melka and Tom Peterson.
Years in the wine industry: 10-15 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
I aim to make food friendly wines that are elegant, yet powerful and ageable. I prefer minimal intervention to allow the vineyards to show their individual characteristics.
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