William Hill Estate Winery
2012 Red Wine
"Benchmark"
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 18 | Lot No. 145
Vintage: 2012
William Hill Estate Winery
Red Wine
Napa Valley
10 cases produced
Highlights
- Our Benchmark red blend represents the pinnacle of our estate vineyard, crafted from the best blocks of each grape variety
- Made from predominately Cabernet Sauvignon, Benchmark is also blended with other red Bordeaux grape varieties and aged in 100% French oak barrels
- This wine displays intense fruit flavors with layers of complexity and will cellar gracefully over time
Wine Facts
- pH: 3.56000
- Sustainably produced
Tasting Chart
| bone dry |
|
very sweet |
| light body |
|
very full bodied |
| soft, gentle |
|
very crisp |
| no tannins |
|
heavy tannins |
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Ralf Holdenreid
Winemaker, William Hill Estate Winery
Today, Ralf applies his breadth of experience to crafting William Hill’s sophisticated, contemporary wines from the Silverado Bench. “We have only begun to tap into the enormous potential of this region,” says Ralf. “Our 140-acre estate vineyard epitomizes the Silverado Bench –concentrated, flavorful grapes that make soft wines. I hope to express the quality of this region with every vintage.”
Country born: Germany
Education: He earned his MBA at UC Davis.
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Growing up on his family’s vineyard in Reinhessen, Germany, Ralf gained a profound appreciation for cultivating the land. “Winemaking was part of my everyday life,” Ralf explains. “My upbringing helped me understand the importance of the vineyard in the finished wine.”
San Gabriel Country Club
350 E. Hermosa Drive
San Gabriel CA 91775
6262879671
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from San Gabriel Country Club:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lagniappe Peak Vineyards | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Couplet | 22 (2018) |
| Benessere | 2013 | Red Wine | St. Helena | Cabernet Sauvignon / Aglianico Blend | 19 (2015) |
| William Hill Estate Winery | 2012 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Benchmark | 18 (2014) |
Winery Distribution
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