Fine
92p
94 Tb points
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The Story
Founded in 1986 by Gustav and Naoko Dalla Valle, Dalla Valle Vineyards is a world-renowned, family-owned winery located on the eastern hillsides of Oakville in Napa Valley. Operating on iconic volcanic soils overlooking the valley floor, the estate produces benchmark "cult" wines celebrated for their exceptional power, site specificity, and longevity. The signature Dalla Valle Cabernet Sauvignon—typically blended with a small percentage of Cab...
Wine Information
The Dalla Valle wines from the 2011 vintage are an achievement. In many parts of Napa Valley, the season brought challenges, like cool temperatures, early rain, and a relatively late harvest. Our vineyard, perched several hundred feet above the valley, with its western exposure and rocky conditions, performed exceptionally well. The resulting wines exhibit the signature profile that defines Dalla Valle wines: A dark, black fruit character, not...
Vuosikerta 2011
Napa Valley Vintage Report / Challenging year in the vineyard reaps rewards in the cellar
What began with a wet winter and spring continued with rainfall into mid-June that delayed bloom and disrupted fruit set resulting in shatter in parts of the region set the stage for a long, cooler-than-average growing season with a later-than-average harvest beset with autumn rain storms. The precipitation measuring season ending on June 30 found the ...