Gallica
2012 Red Wine
Oakville AVA
Auction 18 | Lot No. 96
Vintage: 2012
Gallica
Red Wine
Oakville
5 cases produced
Highlights
- Our first Premiere Napa Valley offering and also the first single AVA-designated Cabernet Sauvignon we’ve produced under the Gallica label
- From the gorgeous Oakville Ranch Vineyard nestled in the eastern slopes of the Oakville AVA
- Organically farmed and a blend of 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Sees Clone and Cabernet Franc
Wine Facts
- pH: 3.70000
- Wine is unfiltered
- Single vineyard wine
- Organically produced (also commonly called "organically grown")
Tasting Chart
| bone dry |
|
very sweet |
| light body |
|
very full bodied |
| soft, gentle |
|
very crisp |
| no tannins |
|
heavy tannins |
 |
Rosemary Cakebread
Winemaker, Gallica
Rosemary Cakebread has earned a reputation for making wines of grace and balance with remarkable consistency across vintages. A graduate of University of California Davis’ Viticulture and Enology program, she was introduced to Cabernet Sauvignon at the historic Inglenook Vineyards. From early cellar jobs to a winemaking position with Spottswoode Vineyard and Winery, Rosemary has built her career around a love for wine. Her appreciation and interest in aromatics and blending was born from work with sparkling wine at Mumm Napa Valley. Of course, making wine also means logging hours and miles in the vineyard throughout the growing season. Rosemary can often be found where she most enjoys being- outdoors in the home vineyard or amongst the vines on the properties we are fortunate to collaborate with.
Nestled in the heart of Napa Valley, Gallica's inaugural vintage was the celebrated 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon. The philosophy is a simple one: to craft elegant single vineyard wines which accurately depict the site and story of each unique vintage. The brand symbol is a tribute to the ancient rose, their aromatics, and enhancement to winemaking. We love what we do and are fortunate to call Napa Valley home.
Country born: United States
Years in the wine industry: 30+ years
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Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from WineBid:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corison Winery | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Premiere Reserve | 22 (2018) |
| Stone The Crows | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 22 (2018) | |
| Ehlers Estate | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Block 4 | 21 (2017) |
| Frank Family Vineyards | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Winston Hill Block 5 (Heart Block) | 21 (2017) |
| von Strasser Winery | 2015 | Red Wine | Diamond Mountain District | Sori Bricco | 21 (2017) |
| Corison Winery | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Premiere Reserve | 20 (2016) |
| LATERAL | 2014 | Cabernet Franc | Los Carneros | 20 (2016) | |
| Tierra Roja Vineyards | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Katharine's Blend | 19 (2015) |
| Gallica | 2012 | Red Wine | Oakville | 18 (2014) | |
| Saintsbury | 2012 | Pinot Noir | Los Carneros | Brown Ranch | 17 (2013) |
| Saintsbury | 2011 | Pinot Noir | Los Carneros | Brown Ranch | 16 (2012) |
| Schrader Cellars, LLC | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Double Diamond Never Ever Cuvee | 16 (2012) |
| Pride Mountain Vineyards | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | The Brother and Sister of (Volcanic) Rock | 15 (2011) |
| Shafer Vineyards | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | Sunspot Vineyard | 14 (2010) |
| Antica Napa Valley - Antinori Family Wine Estate | 2007 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Townsend Vineyard | 13 (2009) |
| Ceja Vineyards | 2006 | Pinot Noir | Los Carneros | 12 (2008) | |
| J. Davies Vineyards | 2006 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | McEachran Tierra Luna | 12 (2008) |
| Ceja Vineyards | 2005 | Pinot Noir | Los Carneros | 11 (2007) | |
| Ladera Vineyards | 2003 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 9 (2005) | |
| Cornerstone Cellars | 2001 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | 7 (2003) |
Winery Distribution
Gallica is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.
Domestic:
- Georgia (Hemispheres)
- Illinois (Novovino)
- Maine (Crush)
- Missouri (Veritas)
- Montana (Cardinal)
- North Carolina (Oxford Street)
- Ohio (Heidelberg)
- Tennessee (Empire)
- Texas (Serendipity)
- Utah (RNDC)
- Wyoming (Young's Market)
International:
- Australia (Mondo Imports)
- Belgium (Wijnagentuur Vincent)
- Canada - Alberta (Select Wines)
- Canada - British Columbia (Vintage Corks)
- Canada - Ontario (Lifford/Select Wines)
- Canada - Quebec (Langevins)
- Hong Kong (Kerry Wines)
- Japan (Cyest International)
- Japan (Century Trading)
- Mexico (Great Fine Wines)
- South Korea (Cave de Vin)
- Sweden (Divine)
- United Kingdom (Pol Roger)