2021 PREMIERE NAPA VALLEY LIBRARY WINE AUCTION
Premiere Napa Valley, one of the Napa Valley’s most highly anticipated wine events, has postponed the in-person auction to later this year. In lieu of the normal barrel tastings and live auctions that normally would be taking place at this time, the Napa Valley Vintner’s organization has pivoted to offer—for the first time—an open-to-consumers online auction from February 11 to 20, 2021.
We are pleased to announce that the virtual event showcases four exclusive lots from Cardinale, Lokoya, La Jota Vineyard Co., Mt. Brave and a one-of-a-kind Christopher Carpenter lot.
Review detailed information about the wine lots below and be sure to join the online auction.
La Jota Vineyard Co.
The La Jota Vineyard Co. winery has deep roots in Napa Valley’s winemaking history dating back to 1898. Today, La Jota proudly carries on this great winemaking tradition by producing small lots of mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc from the winery’s estate vineyard and nearby W.S. Keyes Vineyard.
Highly acclaimed winemaker Chris Carpenter has been making wines on Howell Mountain for over two decades. He continues to prove himself a worthy descendant of Howell Mountain history, putting a wealth of knowledge and hard-won mountain winemaking experience to use in near-perfect conditions at La Jota, and earning a reputation for taming Napa Valley’s mountain tannins.
For the first time ever, we are proud to offer an exclusive three-liter vertical of historic Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Howell Mountain. Sitting above the coastal fog between 1,700 to 1,820 feet in elevation, these small-production wines ranging from 2011 to 2015 showcases the best Howell Mountain has to offer, and the legacy of Chris Carpenter mountain winemaking.
La Jota Lot - Historic Howell Mountain Vertical Lot 47
(1) 3L bottle of each of the following wines: 5 bottles total
2011 La Jota Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
2012 La Jota Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
2013 La Jota Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
2014 La Jota Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
2015 La Jota Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
Total Auction Value: $5,000
Mt. Brave
Mt. Brave is a tribute to those who settled the rugged terrain of Mt. Veeder, Napa Valley during the 1800s. Winemaker Chris Carpenter produces Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, and Cabernet Franc from our high-altitude estate vineyard. This wild and isolated winegrowing region features panoramic views, sparse soils, steep terrain, and some of the lowest yields in the Napa Valley.
Among the tight-knit winegrowing community in the Napa Valley, no one understands the practical difficulties and spiritual rewards of mountain winegrowing more than Chris Carpenter. With an already legendary Napa winemaking record for Lokoya and Cardinale, Chris had little to prove when the Mt. Brave project began to evolve in 2007.
Mt. Brave Lot - Mt. Veeder Spectacular Lot 54
This amazing one-of-a-kind opportunity presents an exclusive 4-year large format vertical of Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from Mt. Veeder. Sitting at 1,400 to 1,800ft in elevation, these small-production wines ranging from 2011 to 2014 will be the perfect addition to your cellar.
(1) 6L bottle of each of the following wines: 1 bottle total
2011 Mt. Brave Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon
(1) 5L bottle of each of the following wines: 3 bottles total
2012 Mt. Brave Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon
2013 Mt. Brave Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon
2014 Mt. Brave Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon
Total Auction Value: $5,000
Cardinale
Cardinale, located in Napa Valley’s world-renowned Oakville District, crafts a single Cabernet Sauvignon from each vintage. The wine is a limited-production blend from Napa Valley’s most celebrated mountain appellations. Each of our esteemed mountain vineyards creates a beautiful note unique to its location, but the composition they create together results in a remarkable symphony of flavor and texture. Mountain terroir is essential to Cardinale’s character. While the rocky soils, steep aspects, and exposed conditions are among the most challenging in California, they also produce the most structured and complex wines. Every bottle reveals the artistry of Winemaker Christopher Carpenter. In the bottle, Cardinale is sophisticated, powerful, and a true expression of Napa Valley.
Cardinale Lot - Majestic Mountain Winemaking Lot 18
This unprecedented auction lot includes a hand-selected, six-vintage vertical set of Cardinale library magnums from the 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 vintages in collectible wood boxes.
(1) 1.5L bottle of each of the following wines: 6 bottles total
2010 Cardinale Napa Valley
2011 Cardinale Napa Valley
2012 Cardinale Napa Valley
2013 Cardinale Napa Valley
2014 Cardinale Napa Valley
2015 Cardinale Napa Valley
Total Auction Value: $5,000
Christopher Carpenter Library
For over 25 years, Winemaker Christopher Carpenter has been meticulously sourcing from the finest vineyards the Napa Valley has to offer. The intent – to create the purest expressions of place each vintage that will resound for years to come.
This unprecedented auction lot includes a one-on-one virtual tasting experience with Winemaker Christopher Carpenter, one of the most acclaimed mountain winemakers in Napa Valley. The winner will also bring the unique individuality of each mountain to their cellar through a hand-selected collection of library wines from Lokoya and Cardinale, as well as a host of wines from Christopher’s ancillary projects that are rooted in the mountains of Napa.
Additionally, the lot winner is entitled to a wine country experience at the private Lokoya Estate nestled atop Spring Mountain, 2,100 feet above the valley floor. Two (2) couples will enjoy a two (2) night stay at the Lokoya Villa as well as an exclusive VIP tasting accompanied by stunning views of the Napa Valley below. (All bookings must be in accordance with regulations in place at that time.)
Christopher Carpenter Lot - The Best of Chris Carpenter Lot 49
One-on-one virtual tasting with Winemaker Christopher Carpenter
Two (2) night stay at the Lokoya Villa for two (2) couples
*Exclusive VIP tasting at Lokoya for two (2) couples
A curated selection of wines from Lokoya, Cardinale, Caladan, La Jota Vineyard Co. and Mt. Brave as noted below.
(1) 1.5L bottle of each of the following wines: 7 bottles total
2012 Lokoya Horizontal (1.5Ls – 4 bottles total)
2012 Lokoya Diamond Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon
2012 Lokoya Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon
2012 Lokoya Spring Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon
2012 Lokoya Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
Cardinale Vertical (1.5Ls – 3 bottles total)
2010 Cardinale Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
2011 Cardinale Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
2012 Cardinale Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
(2) 750ml bottle of each of the following wines: 12 bottles total
2006 Cardinale Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
2005 Lokoya Spring Mountain District Cabernet Sauvignon (2 bottles)
2008 Mt. Brave Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon
2005 La Jota Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon
2017 La Jota W.S. Keyes Vineyard Chardonnay
2015 Caladan Napa Valley Cabernet Franc
Total Auction Value: $15,000
*VIP Tasting experiences and overnight stays at Lokoya are based on availability and regulations in place at the time of the request. Non-transferrable.