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Feature Article
Rutherford ~ Napa Valley (AVA)
Legendary Vineyard Bella Oaks Sold
Home to the grapes in world class Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (such as Heitz Wine Cellars Martha's Vineyard Cabernet), Bella Oaks vineyard moves to the TLC of the Gargiulo family.
by
Alan Goldfarb
March 3, 2009
arney Rhodes used to call it “Belly” Oaks, referring to the great 17-acre Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard officially named Bella Oaks, and owned with his wife Belle. Barney, one of the wonderful gentlemen of California wine, died last April while Belle, one of the genuine supporters of wine and food, preceded him by 14 months.
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