What
To Expect
Offering spectacular views of the Napa Valley, the privacy
of our hillside location and a unique cave venue with three event
sites, we can accommodate a variety of private marketing events in
our working barrel storage caves. All events include a wine educator
and wine tasting reception. Frazier's award-winning estate wines will
perfectly compliment your event.
In 2003, 10,000 square feet of cave were drilled into the hillside
on the new property creating an optimum environment for storing and
aging barreled wine. The cave, with its natural rock wall, has become
the centerpiece of the property boasting a private tasting room and
serving as the backdrop for stunning private dinners and events.
Click HERE to "Build
a Menu" or please give us a call at 1-800-738-3743
if you have any questions about this menu or to book an event. You
will be calling Reverie Winery which does the booking for Butterfly
Winery Catering ask for Grant Long or Andrew Kiken.
After business hours, 10-5 you are welcome to call us on our cell
phones.
Andrew Kiken 707-312-1359
Grant Long 707-363-0680
History
In 1982 Bill Frazier purchased 15 rolling acres of land on
the east side of Napa where he built a home for his family and decided
to settle down. In 1990, Bill planted 9.5 acres of Cabernet and Merlot
grapes on two opposing hillsides below his residence. At the time,
Cabernet Sauvignon was not routinely planted this far south in the
valley. Recent years had seen Merlot come of age in the Carneros region,
just southwest of the Frazier Estate. The Merlot being grown in this
cool region was particularly elegant, with great finesse and backbone,
in addition to rich fruit. This young success influenced Bill Frazier's
thinking and is what led him to take a risk, planting both Cabernet
and Merlot in his east Napa location.
Currently, Bill is not the only Frazier involved in the Frazier Winery
operation. His daughter Kim heads up the marketing and operations
at the winery while his son Jon is the vineyard manager, working alongside
John Gibson to ensure optimum vine growth and fruit production.
Vineyard Information
The Frazier Estate is perched high on a hill in the Coombsville
area of the Napa Valley. In 2006 this area of Napa, previously under
the broad Napa Valley AVA, was submitted to the TTB for consideration
as its own unique appelation. This new area would be called Tulocay
and at this time is still pending approval.
In 1998 Bill purchased the neighboring 46 acres and began a second
planting. Completed in 1998, this new block of 11 acres contains Cabernet
Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. As the science
of viticulture evolves planting decisions become both more complex
and more significant. The issue of matching site to rootstock and
scion wood becomes increasingly important in the quality of resulting
fruit. For the new planting owner Bill Frazier, winemaker John Gibson,
and noted viticulture consultant Rex Geitner chose 101-14 and 3309
as rootstocks for this site, Cabernet clones 337 and 15, Merlot clone
181, Petit Verdot clone 2 and Cabernet Franc clones 312 and 332. The
first crop from this new block was harvested in 2000.
In 2007 Bill ripped 10 acres of land for a new vineyard project that
will be planted in 2008. In addition, he decided to replant 1 acre
of a Merlot block planted in 1990 that was not performing to expectations.
With the cooler conditions in the southeast portion of the vineyard
it was determined that Chardonnay would be well suited for the climate
and soil profile. This planting marks a milestone for Frazier as this
Chardonnay will be the first white wine produced by Frazier Winery.
About The Wines
Started in 1997, we produce a Cabernet and a Merlot under
the Lupine Hill Label.
2004 Lupine Hill Cabernet Sauvignon $30
Aging in a combination of French and American oak barrels, has mellowed
the 2004 Lupine Hill Cabernet Sauvignon to become a very approachable
and lively wine. It is ruby red in color and exhibits the aromas
for fresh cherries and cranberries. The flavors of strawberries,
raspberries, with herbs and surrounded by toasty oak. It is the
perfect pairing wine for cheeses, grilled meats, and chocolate desserts.
2004 Lupine Hill Merlot $25
Utilizing fruit from both our younger and older vineyard blocks,
the 2004 Lupine Hill Merlot is a softer and more supple version
of the Frazier Family Estate Merlot. This does not mean it is lacking
in fruit or character. The fresh aromas and flavors of cherries
and strawberries are complemented by cedar, vanilla, and oak shadings.
It is a perfect wine for sipping while cooking or enjoy with spring
and summer picnic fare.
2004 Frazier Memento
Nearly black in color, the 2004 Memento is a wine with a bold appearance
and dense hues. The aromas of black cherries, dark chocolate, vanilla
bean and cassis are surrounded by an impressive chewy and rich tannic
structure. The wine is remarkably balanced with a long, lingering
finish highlighted by dark, ripe fruit and toasty oak. This wine
will reward one's patience for a period of 10 to 20 years. Click
here to download a suggested wine pairing recipe.
2003 Frazier Memento
Nearly black in color, this wine is perhaps the most massive of
the Memento bottlings to date. It is full of dark fruit flavors
such as black raspberries and cassis and highlighted by anise, chocolate,
and toasty oak. This wine will undoubtedly reward its owner by being
cellared 10 to 15 years before opening.
Frazier Cabernet
A big, bold Cabernet with soft tannins. Made from 100% free run
juice from grapes grown on our estate. A wine of complexity, finesse
and balance. Our flagship bottling.
2004 Frazier Cabernet Sauvignon
The aromas of this sleek and classically structured Cabernet Sauvignon
are marked by sweet ripe dark cherry with underlying notes of mocha,
cinnamon, and a touch of anise. The mouth feel of this wine is characterized
by plush smooth tannins which showcase this powerful yet utterly
rich and flavorful Cabernet. Pair this wine with a braised lamb
shank or a grilled rib eye steak with bleu cheese butter. This Cabernet
will continue to develop nicely in bottle for another decade and
then some.
2003 Frazier Cabernet Sauvignon $55
The 2003 Frazier Family Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is deep garnet
in color which is a clue to the expansive qualities of this rich
wine. Aromas of raspberries and currants waft upwards to fill your
glass. The inviting flavors of blackberries, bittersweet chocolate,
anise, vanilla, and toasty oak are balanced with a firm muscular
backbone which will soften to its peak in 8 to 10 years. This hearty
Cabernet will certainly enhance a menu of grilled lamb, roast beef,
as well as chocolate torte.
Frazier Merlot
A supple Merlot with structure and balance. Made from 100% free
run juice from grapes grown on our estate. This is a Cab lovers
Merlot!
2004 Frazier Merlot $40
The 2004 Frazier Family Estate Merlot, crimson in color exhibits
the lively aromas of fresh ripe berries and smoky oak. The flavors
of cherries, toasted almonds, with touches of herbs are melded into
a rich pleasing mouthfeel. The finish is long, sweet, and smooth.
A youthful and vibrant Merlot, it will complement a variety of grilled
meats or simply serve it as an aperitif.
2004 Frazier Petit Verdot $75
This wine is the personification of all great things made for Cabernet
enthusiasts. Nearly black in color with nice velvety tannins and
an unctuous mouth feel, this wine begins with aromas of ripe cherry
fruit, violets, spicy oak, and gravel. This is definitely a big
red wine for those who are fans of the style. With 7% Cabernet Sauvignon
blended into this Petit Verdot, we believe that this wine has reached
perfect harmony between the presence of fruit, intensity, and oak
to create a wine that will each for easily over a decade.
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