Pavi Wines
Il Babbo
2012 Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley
Auction 18 | Lot No. 21
Vintage: 2012
Pavi Wines
Il Babbo
Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley
10 cases produced
Highlights
- This is an Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon (92%) and Montepulciano (8%) blend
- This special wine is dedicated to the heritage of my family and to the heritage of Napa Valley
- Aged in Gamba barrel
Wine Facts
- pH: 3.7
- Organically produced (also commonly called "organically grown")
Rob Lawson
Winemaker, Pavi Wines
Rob began his winemaking career briefly at Sebastiani and then at Napa Wine Company, as an assistant winemaker. He quickly climbed the ranks to become their CEO while continuing to be their winemaker and grow his own brand, called PAVI. He is currently the winemaker for Ghostblock and Mirror as well.
Country born: Canada
Education: Graduated from California State University, Fresno, with a degree in Viticulture and Enology.
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Allow the fruit to ripen and not be overpowered by other flavors.
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