2012 Cabernet Sauvignon
Atlas Peak
bone dry | very sweet | |
light body | very full bodied | |
soft, gentle | very crisp | |
no tannins | heavy tannins | |
Winemaker, Dos Lagos Vineyards
Robert Foley had his initial training working under Joe Heitz at Heitz cellars in the '70s and was also the founding winemaker of Markham Vineyards - where he spent 15 years prior to starting up Pride. Bob was founding winemaker at the famous Pride Mountain during the next fifteen years.
Bob Foley also created the highly acclaimed Switchback Ridge, Hourglass, School House, Paloma, Engel Family, and Dos Lagos Vineyards. Bob is focusing on his own brand Robert Foley Vineyards as well.
Now, Bob Foley is also the winemaker for Dos Lagos Vineyards.
Country born: U.S.A.
Education: He graduated from UC Davis in 1977 with degrees in both enology and viticulture.
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Bob’s reputation for producing very expressive wines that finish gracefully continues to develop at his new winery facility on the summit of Napa County’s Howell Mountain.
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Minneapolis MN 55403
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Premiere Napa Valley Wine Collection
Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
J. McClelland Cellars | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | A Clonal Examination | 23 |
Benessere | 2014 | Red Wine | St. Helena | Cabernet Sauvignon / Aglianico Blend | 20 |
Mi Sueño Winery | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Coombsville | Selección Herrera | 19 |
Dos Lagos Vineyards | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Atlas Peak | 18 | |
Freemark Abbey | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Van Z Ranch | 17 |
Detert Family Vineyards | 2010 | Cabernet Franc | Oakville | East Block 30-Year-Old Vines | 16 |
Schweiger Vineyards | 2008 | Red Wine | Spring Mountain District | M | 15 |
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