Silver Ghost
2018 Cabernet Sauvignon
"Put a Cork In It"
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 24 | Lot No. 161
Vintage: 2018
Silver Ghost
Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley
5 cases produced
Highlights
- 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
- Sourced from a historic vineyard in eastern Rutherford
- Wine from our favorite lot that goes into the Silver Ghost Cabernet Sauvignon
- Aging in 100% new oak barrel
Description
Silver Ghost founder Weston Eidson’s great-grandfather, John Montagu, was an automobile pioneer at the turn of the last century. Being a British Lord and in Parliament, he was instrumental in much of the early automotive legislation and even gave the future Edward VII his first car ride. He was friends with Charles Rolls and Henry Royce, and his secretary served as the model for the Rolls-Royce hood ornament, the Spirit of Ecstasy, which we still see on Rolls-Royce cars today. Silver Ghost derives its name from John Montagu’s favorite car, the 1909 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost. And like its name, the wine itself is filled with layers of richness, culture and authenticity.
Weston Eidson
Winemaker, Silver Ghost
Weston Eidson is an emerging star in American winemaking, known for his innovative approach, meticulous craftsmanship, and commitment to quality. Originally from Texas, he grew up around wine, recognizing its deep cultural and historical significance, as well as its special place at the dinner table. With a background in law and a successful business career, his appreciation for wine eventually led him to leave the corporate world and immerse himself fully in winemaking.
While attending graduate school in the UK, Weston expanded his knowledge by exploring renowned wine regions from Chile and South Africa to Bordeaux, Alsace, and the Veneto. His journey ultimately brought him to Napa Valley, where he worked the 2012 harvest under Jason Moore of Modus Operandi, quickly acquiring invaluable winemaking skills. He later trained under esteemed winemaker Russell Bevan, refining his expertise in crafting wines that are richly layered, complex, and balanced.
In 2012, Weston founded Silver Ghost Cellars, inspired by his great-grandfather’s Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost. Known for its elegant, expressive Cabernet Sauvignon, Silver Ghost reflects both Napa’s rich terroir and Weston’s dedication to minimal-intervention winemaking. His wines have earned critical acclaim, positioning him as a rising force in the future of American winemaking.
Country born: USA
Years in the wine industry: 10-15 years
Put a Cork in it
2972 Park Hill Drive
Fort Worth TX 76109
817-924-2675
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Put a Cork in it:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Ghost | 2019 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Highway 29 Revisited | 25 (2021) |
| Silver Ghost | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Put a Cork In It | 24 (2020) |
Winery Distribution
Silver Ghost is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.
Domestic:
- Arizona (Maverick)
- California (DTC)
- California (Skurnik)
- Colorado (Maverick)
- Connecticut (Skurnik)
- Delaware (Constantine)
- District of Columbia (Constantine)
- Florida (Maverick)
- Hawaii (RNDC)
- Illinois (Maverick)
- Indiana (Skurnik)
- Kansas (Handcrafted)
- Kansas (Handcrafted)
- Kentucky (Skurnik)
- Michigan (AHD)
- Minnesota (Maverick)
- Nebraska (Handcrafted)
- New Jersey (Skurnik)
- New York (Skurnik)
- Ohio (Skurnik)
- Oklahoma (Handcrafted)
- Pennsylvania (Skurnik)
- Rhode Island (Skurnik)
- South Carolina (Orsini)
- South Dakota (Johnson Brothers)
- Texas (Favorite Brands)
- Wyoming (Newell Wine & Spirits)