Brands: Oakville Winery

Oakville Winery was first established in November 1877 as Brun & Chaix, Oakville Winery. It was the 9th bonded winery in California. In 1993 when we purchased the winery and surrounding vineyards, it was sold to us as The Oakville Winery. Our Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards are planted adjacent to the winery, the essence of an estate definition in the very center of the Oakville appellation.

Our family has owned vineyards in Napa Valley since 1903. We strive to produce wines that represent our land and its heritage. The Bonded Winery #9 Portfolio always represents Napa Valley’s best quality at reasonable prices. The "new" Oakville Winery will produce wines from the same vineyards and the same location as the founding winery, thus continuing a 132 year old tradition. In a real sense, the name Oakville Winery was chosen for us from the beginning. The Oakville appellation is precious to all of us who share this region's bounty.

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2008 Cabernet Sauvignon

At Oakville Winery we strive to produce wines that represent our land and its heritage. Our delicious Cabernet Sauvignon is a style that reflects modern Oakville, while at the same time captures the classic flavors of the region. The balance of soft and hard tannins in the wine makes it ideal for aging; as well as immediate consumption. Smooth and rich with notes of cedar, cherry and ripe plum. Winemaker Lynn Watanabe creates this wine to be food friendly and ready to drink. Supple on the palate and beautiful notes of vanilla on the nose make this Cabernet a delicious, well – balanced wine. Optimal drinking in 2015.

• Varietals: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petite Verdot, 2% Malbec
• Appellation: Oakville
• Alcohol: 14.5%
• Total Acidity: .59%
• pH: 3.75

Harvest Dates:09/28 to 10/10/2008

Aging: All aged 26 months in 50% new French oak barrels.

Release Information: 3000 six bottle packs, September 1, 2011

2009 Zinfandel

At Oakville Winery we strive to produce wines that represent our land and its heritage. Our 2009 Zinfandel exhibits flavors of berry, black cherry, juicy plum, spices; such as pumpkin pie spices and lightly cooked pear. In addition; there is a subtle hint of coffee as well. On the palate this Zinfandel is medium bodied with soft tannins, it is supple well balanced and has a delicious lingering taste. This Zinfandel is like a chameleon, in the glass it is constantly changing. A food friendly style, this wine will pair well with pork and lamb dishes; as well as BBQ meat served with a hot and tangy sweet sauce.

• Varietal: 100% Zinfandel
• Appellation: Oakville
• Alcohol: 15.1%
• Total Acidity: .54%
• pH: 3.90

Aged 12 months in a combination of French, Hungarian and American oak barrels, 50% new.

Release Information: 800 six bottle packs, April 1, 2011