Stack House Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2018

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Anna Monticelli earned her degree in Viticulture and Enology at the University of California, Davis. She spent a year studying at the Sorbonne in Paris and took summer courses in Rome, Italy, and Poland during her undergraduate years. Her first harvest after graduation was at the esteemed Château Cheval Blanc in Bordeaux, France, in 2000.

Upon her return to California, she was the Assistant Winemaker at Seavey Vineyard under Philippe Melka in Napa Valley for two years. She followed this up by being the Assistant Winemaker at Bryant Family Vineyard for four and half years before becoming winemaker at Piña Napa Valley in 2007 and finally branching off to make several personal projects on her own.

Winemaking is a family affair in the Monticelli home. Her husband, Mario, has worked alongside legendary winemaker Philippe Melka at Quintessa , Hundred Acre , Vineyard 29 , Melka , and Lail . Born into a family whose roots as winemakers span four generations, Mario's father emigrated from Italy to California, where he has worked for over 50 years making wine for Gallo. He introduced Mario to the family business when Mario was still a child, instilling a passion that defines Mario and Anna's lives today. Anna and Mario now travel to Italy with their three children where they have winemaking projects in Barolo, Chianti, Maremma Toscana and Abruzzo and make wines in Napa, including Tether and Stack House. 

"We believe life should be enjoyed on a daily basis, taking a seat around the table where good food and fine wine are elevated by great company and lively conversation. It all stacks up to a life fulfilled and that's the philosophy that drives Stack House." ~ Anna Monticelli 

Sourced from several vineyards within Napa Valley, this blend of 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Malbec, 5% Merlot, and 2% Cabernet Franc was aged for 32 months in 50% new French oak. The 2018 has a stunning bouquet of blackberries, black cherries, raspberries, crushed rock, and toasty oak. The vibrant acidity, purity, and soft tannins all lead to a beautifully layered finish. At this incredible value, this is a must-have Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.