Hestan Vineyards
2011 Cabernet Sauvignon
"Stephanie "Bravura""
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 17 | Lot No. 153
Vintage: 2011
Hestan Vineyards
Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley
5 cases produced
Description
Nestled in the rolling hills of Napa Valley’s remote eastern slopes, Hestan Vineyards is a 56-acre tapestry of small, individually farmed blocks planted to the five principal red Bordeaux varietals. The winery’s Stephanie Cabernet, named for the owner’s daughter – a concert harpist – is the virtuoso expression of the site’s varietal composition.
Each year, Stephanie winemaker Jeff Gaffner selects his favorite, most age-worthy lots for our Premiere Napa Valley offering. This particular Cabernet Sauvignon blend was co-fermented to take advantage of peak ripeness and maximize complexity. Living up to its name, “Bravura” sings with incredibly bold dark berry notes and chalky tannins that will only gain in harmony, depth and elegance with still another 12 months in French oak barrels.
Wine Facts
- Single vineyard wine
- Sustainably produced
- Wine is 100% estate grown and bottled
Tasting Chart
| bone dry |
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very sweet |
| light body |
|
very full bodied |
| soft, gentle |
|
very crisp |
| no tannins |
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heavy tannins |
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Jeff Gaffner
Winemaker, Hestan Vineyards
I began as a cellar rat at Chateau St. Jean under the tutelage of Richard Arrowood, and I went on to become part of the winemaking team responsible for the 1996 Cinq Cepages (Wine Spectator Wine of the Year ’99). I launched my own brand, Saxon Brown, in 1997 and my consulting business in 1999 for clients including Edgewood Estates, Xtant, Three Sticks, Black Kite Cellars, Ram’s Gate and Hestan. I specialize in single-vineyard varietals noted for site signature, elegance and balance.
Country born: United States
Education: My mentor was Dick Arrowood.
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
I spend a lot of time in the vineyard, keep a meticulously clean cellar and pay attention to what the grapes and wine need. I embrace a traditional approach to focus on making wines of balance and elegance.
Artisan Wine Depot
2495 Old Middlefield Way
Mountain View CA 94043
650-917-8080
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Artisan Wine Depot:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swanson Vineyards | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 21 (2017) | |
| Anthem Winery And Vineyards | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | 20 (2016) | |
| Hestan Vineyards | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Estate Selection | 20 (2016) |
| Newton Vineyard | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | Block 203 | 20 (2016) |
| Perliss Estate | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Calistoga | The Ravens, Amphora | 20 (2016) |
| Rubissow | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | Hawkwind | 20 (2016) |
| Hestan Vineyards | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Stephanie "Bravura" | 17 (2013) |
Winery Distribution
Hestan 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:
- Arizona (Quail Distributing)
- California (Monterey Bay Wine Brokers)
- Florida (Angels Share South)
- Georgia (Hemispheres)
- Michigan (Veritas)
- Nevada (Imperial Wine Wholesalers)
- New York (Angels Share North)
- Texas (Favorite Brands)