The Hess Collection Winery
2015 Cabernet Sauvignon
"Ridge 4 "
Mount Veeder AVA
Auction 21 | Lot No. 209
Vintage: 2015
The Hess Collection Winery
Cabernet Sauvignon
Mount Veeder
5 cases produced
Highlights
- Ridge 4 in Veeder Hills Vineyard has historically produced our finest Cabernet Sauvignon
- Mountain Malbec from young vineyard blocks joins intense Cabernet Sauvignon in this distinctive blend
- Napa Valley’s coolest mountain terrain on Mount Veeder contributes to the excellence of this wine
- Donald Hess' credo is, "Live each day with the courage of a lion."
Description
When Donald Hess first walked the verdant hillsides of Mount Veeder, it reminded him of great wine growing regions in Europe. More than three decades since he made Mount Veeder his winery home, Hess winemakers have grown to know Napa’s coolest mountain intimately, planting vineyards at higher elevations where steep slopes and volcanic, raspy soils command respect from vines. Donald’s personal credo is, “Live each day with the courage of a lion." For premiere Napa Valley, we offer the crème de la crème of block selections, which will become our finest Lion Cabernet Sauvignon. With a touch of Malbec, from our estate Veeder Hills vineyard along Ridge Four, this wine is an elegant homage to Mount Veeder, testimony to the vision and passion of Donald Hess and his family.
Wine Facts
- Single vineyard wine
- Sustainably produced
- Wine is 100% estate grown and bottled
- Wine is produced in a Napa Green winery
Dave Guffy
Winemaker, The Hess Collection Winery
I was named assistant winemaker at Cambria in 1990, then winemaker in 1992, producing Chardonnay and Pinot Noir plus some Syrah. In 1999, Donald Hess was looking for someone to oversee all winemaking for The Hess Collection, and as a student I loved Cabernet, especially from the Napa Valley and it inspired me to pursue winemaking. Now, I'm literally on top of Napa, making mountain Cabernets. Mountain fruit is different from valley floor fruit - and so are the wines. They are structured, complex, rich wines, with distinctive tannins, ageability and concentrated fruit.
Country born: United States
Education: Enology and viticulture degree from Fresno State University.
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
I have a strong belief in making wine in the vineyard, working each site to absolutely maximize flavors. My goal is to make ripe-fruit-forward California style wines with both power and elegance.
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| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hess Collection Winery | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | Ridge 4 | 21 (2017) |
| Volker Eisele Family Estate | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Chiles Valley District | 21 (2017) | |
| Barnett Vineyards | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Spring Mountain District | 17 (2013) | |
| Faust | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Le Démon de Midi | 17 (2013) |
| Heritance | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Lot FX | 17 (2013) |
| Titus Vineyards | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Undici Opportunità | 17 (2013) |
| Titus Vineyards | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Rain Beater | 15 (2011) |
| Barnett Vineyards | 2006 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Estate | 12 (2008) |
| Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars | 2006 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Founder's Fancy | 12 (2008) |
| Thirteen Appellations | 2006 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Meritage | 12 (2008) |
| Fantesca Estate and Winery | 2005 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Spring Mountain District | 11 (2007) | |
| Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars | 2005 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | The Peacock's Tail | 11 (2007) |
| Milat Vineyards | 2003 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | 9 (2005) | |
| Origin-Napa | 2004 | Red Wine | Mount Veeder | 9 (2005) | |
| Rutherford Hill Winery | 2003 | Merlot | Napa Valley | 9 (2005) | |
| Cakebread Cellars | 2002 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | 8 (2004) | |
| Milat Vineyards | 2002 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Premiere Cuvee | 8 (2004) |
| Salvestrin Vineyards and Winery | 2002 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | GBC Cuvee | 8 (2004) |
| Hartwell Vineyards | 2002 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | Platinum | 7 (2003) |
| Laird Family Estate | 2001 | Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot | Napa Valley | 7 (2003) | |
| Sawyer Cellars | 2001 | Meritage | Rutherford | Estate | 7 (2003) |
| Barnett Vineyards | 2000 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Spring Mountain District | Rattlesnake Hill | 6 (2002) |
| Eagle and Rose Estate | 2000 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 6 (2002) | |
| Niebaum-Coppola Estate Winery | 2000 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Clone 29 | 6 (2002) |
| Star Hill Winery | 2000 | Merlot | Stags Leap District | Stoney Meadow | 6 (2002) |
| von Strasser Winery | 2000 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Diamond Mountain District | Post Vineyard | 6 (2002) |
| Far Niente | 2000 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Stelling Vineyard | 5 (2001) |
| Frog's Leap | 1999 | Cabernet Franc | Rutherford | Chavez-Leeds Vineyard | 5 (2001) |
| Kelham Vineyards and Winery | 1999 | Merlot | Oakville | 5 (2001) | |
| The Hess Collection Winery | 1999 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mt. Veeder | Estate Grown | 5 (2001) |
| Grgich Hills Cellar | 1998 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Yountville Selection | 4 (2000) |
| Spottswoode Estate Vineyard and Winery | 1998 | Cabernet Franc | Napa Valley | 4 (2000) | |
| von Strasser Winery | 1998 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Rotating Reds | 4 (2000) |
| Cakebread Cellars | 1997 | Red Table Wine | Napa Valley | Three Sisters | 3 (1999) |
| Grgich Hills Cellar | 1997 | Cabernet Sauvignon (100%) | Napa Valley | Yountville Selection | 3 (1999) |
| Spottswoode Estate Vineyard and Winery | 1997 | Cabernet Sauvignon (100%) | Napa Valley | Spottswoode Vineyard Block 14 (12 rows) | 3 (1999) |
| The Hess Collection Winery | 1997 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mt. Veeder | Estate Grown Old Vine | 3 (1999) |
Winery Distribution
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