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Saddleback Cellars

Saddleback Cellars

Saddleback Cellars
P.O. Box 141 / 7802 Money Road
Oakville, California
USA 94562
Phone: (707) 944-1305
http://www.saddlebackcellars.com

Contact: Paul Schmitz
Email: [email protected]

Established in 1982, Saddleback Cellars is a small winery located in Oakville, in the heart of the Napa Valley. 14.8 total acres are planted to 8.4 acres Cabernet Sauvignon, 2.9 acres Chardonnay, 1.75 acres Merlot, 1.1 acres Pinot Blanc, 0.3 acres Pinot Grigio and 0.3 acres Zinfandel.
Known as “The King of Cabernet,” legendary winemaker and owner, Nils Venge, has been making stellar Cabernet Sauvignon, along with many other varietals here since its establishment. Nils’ philosophy on making wines for Saddleback is that they must reflect the best qualities that Napa Valley has to offer; sometimes a single vineyard, sometimes a single appellation, or a blend of appellations to make the best wine in a particular vintage.
Despite his reputation as “The King,” Nils is a down-to-earth, cheerful, full-of-life kind of guy whose wines not only reflect the character of their region, but also seem to reflect his personality – bold, yet approachable, friendly and fun yet with layers of complexities.1973 - Nils took over operations at Villa Mount Eden as General Manager and Inception Winemaker. He made two Cabernet Sauvignons, the 1974 and 1978, which not only put Villa Mount Eden on the map, but are still talked about today.

Winemaker: Nils Venge

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Saddleback Cellars Napa Valley Chardonnay 2017
Saddleback Cellars Napa Valley Chardonnay 2017

Napa Valley, California, United States

Alcohol: 14.2%  Sweetness: Dry  750 ml  Drink: 2020‐2023

 

LCBO: 727437  Check Stock

93/100

$67.90

Saddleback Cellars Viognier 2014
Saddleback Cellars Viognier 2014

United States

Alcohol: 13%  Sweetness: Dry  750 ml  Drink: 2016‐2018

 

Alberta: 751906

Saddleback Cellars Merlot 2014
Saddleback Cellars Merlot 2014

United States

Alcohol: 14%  Sweetness: Dry  750 ml  Drink: 2016‐2018

 

Alberta: 754539

Saddleback Cellars 04 Cab Sauv - Napa (Saddleback Cellars) 2004
Saddleback Cellars 04 Cab Sauv - Napa (Saddleback Cellars) 2004

California, United States

Alcohol: 14.1%  Sweetness: Extra Dry  750 ml

 

LCBO: 192351  Check Stock

$69.95

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