Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon
2009 Vintage
- Production: 200 cases produced
- Vineyards: Beckstoffer To Kalon &Missouri Hopper Vineyards
- Cooperage: 100% new French Artisan Oak
- Vinificataion: Fermented in a combination of Oak and Stainless open top fermenters. Barrel aged for 19 months, bottled neither fined nor filtered.
This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from two historic vineyards that epitomize the essence of Oakville terroir. This wine achieves it overall character through the harmonious integration of the powerhouse Clone 4 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper Vineyard, with the alluring Clone 7 Cabernet Sauvignon from Beckstoffer To Kalon which combine to achieve the roundness and balance for which the Jacquelynn wines are known.
Sourced from the same blocks as the previous vintage, this wine once again reveals its Oakville origin. Barrel fermented in large open top French Oak Puncheons and then barrel aged in 100% new Darnajou barrels this wine rises above the glass with blue and black fruit, tobacco leaf, incense, espresso roast, white chocolate, cocoa, and toasty oak characteristics in its dense, full-bodied style.
Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper Vineyard, Oakville
This 45 acre vineyard is a portion of the historic Vine Hill Ranch located north of the town of Yountville in the Oakville AVA in the Napa Valley. Purchased by Andy Beckstoffer in 1996, the vineyard was replanted after the phylloxera infestation to multiple clones of Cabernet Sauvignon. It has been a source for Jacquelynn Cabernet since the 2007 vintage.
Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard, Oakville
The famed To Kalon vineyard has been considered one of the most influential vineyards in California since Napa Valley pioneer Hamilton Crabb first planted the site in 1868. Named To Kalon, the Greek word for “Highest Beauty”, this vineyard is nestled in the middle of the Oakville Appellation near the base of the western hills. The 89 acre Beckstoffer portion was acquired by Andy Beckstoffer in 1993, then replanted from 1994 to 1997, and remains true to its heritage producing some of the most outstanding fruit in Napa Valley. Beginning with the 2004 vintage, we have been blessed to work with this historic site.
2008 Vintage
- Production: 130 cases produced
- Vineyards: Beckstoffer To Kalon & Hopper Vineyards
- Cooperage: 100% new French Artisan Oak
- Vinificataion: Fermented in a combination of Oak and Stainless open top fermenters. Barrel aged for 19 months, bottled neither fined nor filtered.
While a mere five barrels total production, this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from two historic vineyards that epitomize the essence of Oakville terroir. This wine achieves it overall character through the harmonious integration of the powerhouse Clone 4 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper Vineyard, with the alluring Clone 7 Cabernet Sauvignon from Beckstoffer To Kalon which combine to achieve the roundness and balance for which the Jacquelynn wines are known.
Sourced from the same blocks as the previous vintage, this wine once again reveals its Oakville origin. Barrel fermented in large open top French Oak Puncheons and then barrel aged in 100% new Darnajou barrels this wine rises above the glass with blue and black fruit, tobacco leaf, incense, espresso roast, white chocolate, cocoa, and toasty oak characteristics in its dense, full-bodied style.
2007 Vintage
- Production: 75 cases produced
- Vineyards: Beckstoffer To Kalon & Hopper Vineyards
- Cooperage: 100% new French Artisan Oak
- Vinificataion: Fermented in a combination of Oak and Stainless open top fermenters. Barrel aged for 19 months, bottled neither fined nor filtered.
This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from two historic vineyards that epitomize the essence of Oakville terroir. Primarily Clone 4 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper Vineyard, a touch of Clone 7 Cabernet Sauvignon from To Kalon fruit was add to achieve the roundness and balance for which the Jacquelynn wines are know.
The nose offers aromas of currant, minerals, cedar, and tobacco accented by subtle notes of licorice. Once in the mouth this wine is dense and round with a core of blue fruits, cigar box, and spicy oak. As with previous vintages, this wine can be enjoyed in its youth and will age gracefully for the next decade.
Review: The Wine Advocate December, 2009
The beautiful 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville reveals blue and black fruit, tobacco leaf, incense, espresso roast, white chocolate, cocoa, and toasty oak characteristics in its dense, full-bodied style. Slightly more open and approachable than its more expensive sibling, it should evolve effortlessly for 15 years. 95 points - Robert Parker
2006 Vintage
- Production: 75 cases produced
- Vineyards: Beckstoffer To Kalon & Hopper Vineyards
- Cooperage: 100% new French Artisan Oak
- Vinificataion: Fermented in a combination of Oak and Stainless open top fermenters. Barrel aged for 19 months, bottled neither fined nor filtered.
This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from two historic vineyards that epitomize the essence of Oakville terroir. Primarily Clone 4 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper Vineyard, a touch of Clone 7 Cabernet Sauvignon from To Kalon fruit was add to achieve the roundness and balance for which the Jacquelynn wines are know.
The nose offers aromas of currant, minerals, cedar, and tobacco accented by subtle notes of licorice. Once in the mouth this wine is dense and round with a core of blue fruits, cigar box, and spicy oak. As with previous vintages, this wine can be enjoyed in its youth and will age gracefully for the next decade.
Review: The Wine Advocate December, 2009
The beautiful 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville reveals blue and black fruit, tobacco leaf, incense, espresso roast, white chocolate, cocoa, and toasty oak characteristics in its dense, full-bodied style. Slightly more open and approachable than its more expensive sibling, it should evolve effortlessly for 15 years. 95 points - Robert Parker