About
Tusk Estates is a luxury winery in Oakville, Napa Valley, producing premium Cabernet-based wines from the region's best vineyards. Founded in 2008 as a joint venture by entrepreneur Michael Uytengsu, branding expert Tim Martin, and master winemaker Philippe Melka, Tusk is positioned as Melka's finest masterpiece and the next great luxury wine brand. Vintages from 2008 to 2022 emphasize depth, elegance, power, and aging potential.
Luxury Napa Valley Cabernet-based blends
Wines crafted by Philippe Melka
High-end collector wines with long aging potential
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What They Make
2022 Tusk
A stellar vintage delivering depth, poise, and enduring character.
2021 Tusk
Embodies classic purity, silkiness, and focus.
2019 Tusk
Shows power of ripe Cabernet grapes with aromatic and structural complexity.
2018 Tusk
Most spectacular offering to date from a resounding vintage.
2017 Tusk
Powerful mouthfeel with mineral background.
2016 Tusk
Richness and concentration for 25+ years aging.
2015 Tusk
Compact power and tension.
2014 Tusk
Subtly explosive power wrapped in elegance.
2013 Tusk
Prettiest, silkiest, most amazing Cabernet.
2012 Tusk
Charismatic tannins, fresh, juicy with dominant power.
Awards
Gold Medal, Napa Valley Wine Competition 2021
2021
Silver Medal, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition 2020
2020
Latest News
Currently sold out; waitlist available for inquiries. Latest vintage highlighted is 2022.