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It could be argued that there is no stronger winemaking team than Bob Levy and Martha McClellan – numerous Napa Valley Cabernets made by this pair have ranked in the Top 10 by The Wine Spectator. Between them they have been involved with such greats as Harlan, Bond, and Sloan. With a pedigree like that, their own label, Levy & McClellan, is destined for the same cult status and stratospheric accolades.

 You can be one of the first – the few – to experience the latest offering by these two celebrated winemakers, with a Magnum of their 2008 Levy & McClellan Napa Valley Red. The wine is truly a child of the vineyard’s distinct location, nestled into the foot of the Mayacamas mountain range along a geological fault line. The site is an intermingling of two distinguishing soil types, oceanic and volcanic.

The 2008 vintage showcased itself from the very beginning and only got better as the season progressed. The ripeness and flavors in the fruit were well developed by harvest time and the intensity of the fruit character prominent at an early stage. The 26 months of extended time in the barrel enhanced the already well-established weight and concentration. The 2008 LEVY & McCLELLAN is a dense, opulent wine, with sweet tannins and a beautiful purity of fruit. Offering exceptional aging potential, the supple texture, velvety richness and vibrant charm balance one another to completeness.

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Through the remarkable generosity of 55 Degrees, St. Helena, your wine purchases will be stored securely in optimal conditions for up to 30 days until shipping or pick up arrangements have been made. All shipping charges are the sole responsibility of the winning bidder. A very special Thank You to owners, Karen and Neil Aldoroty, 55 Degrees, St. Helena, CA.

Collection of California Sales Tax: Unless a valid resale permit is presented to seller prior to the sale, purchaser will be required to pay all state and local retail sales taxes applicable in the date of sale. Resale permits will be accepted only for businesses that are reasonably expected to buy and sell wine. Sales tax will be collected on the fair market value of each lot.