Hesperian Wines
2018 Cabernet Sauvignon
"Kitoko Vineyard"
Atlas Peak AVA
Auction 24 | Lot No. 14
Vintage: 2018
Hesperian Wines
Cabernet Sauvignon
Atlas Peak
5 cases produced
Highlights
- 100% Cabernet Sauvignon grown at 1,400 feet on the steep and rocky slopes of Atlas Peak
- Crafted from various parcels of Kitoko Vineyards to create a unique blend
- Aging for 19 months in 100% French oak barrels
- A deceptively soft and elegant wine with tremendous underlying power
Description
This one-of-a-kind 100 percent Cabernet Sauvignon is grown at 1,400 feet on the steep and rocky slopes of the Atlas Peak nested appellation. Crafted from various parcels of Kitoko Vineyards to create a unique blend that is deceptively soft and elegant with tremendous underlying power that will leave you wanting another taste. Aging for 19 months in 100 perfect French oak barrels.
Wine Facts
- Wine is unfiltered
- Single vineyard wine
- Sustainably produced
Philippe Langner
Winemaker, Hesperian Wines
I learned viticulture and wine-making in Bordeaux. In 2001 I started working at Sullivan Vineyards and in 2002 I became the viticulturist and the winemaker. I started my own label, Hesperian, in 2004 when I fell in love with a tiny vineyard in Coombsville. After almost 10 years at Sullivan Vineyards we parted ways. A few months later I moved in my new vineyard on Atlas Peak where I spend a lot of time in the vineyard to get the best possible fruit in a very challenging, but rewarding, terroir. Thru the years I have consulted on a number of wine-making projects.
Country born: El Salvador but i'm french
Education: Bachelor of Science in Agronomy - UC Davis
Master of Science in Agronomy - UC Davis
Master of Science in Agricultural Economics - UC Davis
Years in the wine industry: 15-20 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
I used to extract a lot from grapes and let time soften the wine. Now that I have my own vineyard that produces very tannic grapes I extract much more gently to create rich relatively soft wine with strong but integrated tannins.
There is no recipe. You have to adapt your technique to the fruit and to the kind of wine you are trying to make.
What drives my wine-making is balance before all. I like to make age-worthy wines that will show their true complexity with time.
San Francisco 49ers / Levy
4949 Marie P. DeBartolo Way
Santa Clara CA 95054-1229
408-562-4925
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Cornerstone Cellars | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | 20 (2016) | |
| Taplin Cellars | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Ethel Lewelling Taplin | 20 (2016) |
| Ancien Wines | 2013 | Pinot Noir | Coombsville | Haynes Old Block | 19 (2015) |
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| Mi Sueño Winery | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Seleccion Herrera | 18 (2014) |
| Rocca Family Vineyards | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Yountville | Grigsby Vineyard Row 57 Old Vines | 18 (2014) |
| Croze | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 17 (2013) | |
| Frank Family Vineyards | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Winston Hill Block 5 (Heart Block) | 17 (2013) |
| Bennett Lane | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Calistoga | 16 (2012) | |
| Howell at the Moon | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | Knoll Vineyard | 16 (2012) |
| Kitchak Cellars | 2010 | Merlot | Napa Valley | Silverado Bench Symphony | 16 (2012) |
| Baldacci Family Vineyards | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | First Born | 15 (2011) |
| Boeschen Vineyards | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | 15 (2011) | |
| Davies Vineyards | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Diamond Mountain District | Jack's Block, 96 Vines | 14 (2010) |
| Pride Mountain Vineyards | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Premiere Napa Valley Cuvee | 14 (2010) |
| Frazier Winery | 2006 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 12 (2008) | |
| Ahnfeldt Wines | 2005 | Proprietary Red Wine | Napa Valley | Quid Pro Quo | 11 (2007) |
| Reynolds Family Winery | 2005 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | Proprietary Blend | 11 (2007) |
| Benessere | 2004 | Aglianico | St. Helena | 10 (2006) | |
| Bourassa Vineyards | 2004 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 10 (2006) | |
| Rockledge Vineyards | 2003 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | 9 (2005) | |
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Winery Distribution
Hesperian Wines 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:
- Texas (Roots & Water)
International:
- Canada - Alberta (Wild Rose Country)