Baldacci Family Vineyards
2024 Cabernet Sauvignon
"Sixth Sense"
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 30 | Lot No. 18
Vintage: 2024
Baldacci Family Vineyards
Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley
10 cases produced
Highlights
- 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, Clone 6
- Sourced exclusively from Block 4 of our Stags Leap District estate
- A distinct small-lot crafted exclusively for PNV 2025, with only 10 cases made
- 100% Single Source New French Oak Barrel aged for depth and finesse
Description
Crafted exclusively for Premiere Napa Valley, this 100% Clone 6 Cabernet Sauvignon comes from the family’s estate in the Stags Leap District. Sourced solely from Block 4, Clone 6 delivers small, thick-skinned berries that have yielded a wine of extraordinary concentration, structure, and aromatic lift. Aged in a single new French oak barrel, this limited masterpiece showcases the precision of fruit born from this heralded appellation, revealing layers of deep flavors and expressive minerality, all wrapped in the signature power and grace of Stags Leap District. A true collector’s gem, it is crafted for those who seek the rarest expressions of Napa Valley Cabernet.
Wine Facts
- Wine is unfiltered
- Single vineyard wine
- Sustainably produced
- Organically produced (also commonly called "organically grown")
- Wine is 100% estate grown and bottled
Michael Baldacci
Winemaker, Baldacci Family Vineyards
Michael Baldacci
Winemaker
Baldacci Family Vineyards
“My passion is one rooted in family,” Michael says, “a passion to produce honest wines that best embody my family's love for great wine and the unique estate vineyards that we own.”
As Winemaker at Baldacci Family Vineyards, second-generation vintner Michael Baldacci continues the family legacy of crafting premium, single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon wines. With over a decade of experience in the industry, Michael has held diverse roles at the winery—from sales to operations—giving him a deep understanding of both the business and the craft. His commitment to innovation and excellence in both the vineyard and the cellar has earned Baldacci Family Vineyards widespread acclaim, including multiple 95+ point scores from Decanter, Robert Parker Wine Advocate, Jeb Dunnuck, and others.
Michael’s leadership has also garnered industry recognition beyond the bottle. In 2025, he was named a North Bay Business Journal Forty Under 40 honoree, celebrating his achievements and influence as a next-generation wine industry leader. His winemaking philosophy has been featured in Forbes, Robb Report, and other national publications, reinforcing his role as a voice for quality, sustainability, and family-driven winemaking in Napa Valley.
Michael holds a B.A. in Political Science from Loyola Marymount University and studied viticulture and enology at U.C. Davis and Napa Valley College. He continues to expand his expertise through UC Davis Extension courses and stays connected to the wine community through ongoing leadership and volunteer involvement.
Country born: United States
Years in the wine industry: 10-15 years
Lakeshore Sport & Fitness
1320 West Fullerton
Chicago IL 60614
312-730-7333
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rutherford Hill Winery | 2023 | Red Table Wine | Napa Valley | The Vista | 29 (2025) |
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| Baldacci Family Vineyards | 2022 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Valley's Beauty | 28 (2024) |
| Gamble Family Vineyards | 2022 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | New Beginnings 2.0 | 28 (2024) |
| Cliff Lede Vineyards | 2021 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | Bohemian Thrill | 27 (2023) |
| Hyde Vineyard Estate | 2022 | Pinot Noir | Los Carneros | 27 (2023) |
Winery Distribution
Baldacci Family Vineyards 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:
- South Dakota (Cask and Cork)