William Hill Estate Winery
2013 Red Wine
"Benchmark "
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 19 | Lot No. 114
Vintage: 2013
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
- Predominately Cabernet Sauvignon, Benchmark is also blended with other classic red grape varieties
- Aged in 100% French oak barrels
- This wine displays intense fruit flavors with layers of complexity and will cellar gracefully
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.”
Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club
7000 NW Grand Boulevard
Nichols Hills OK 73116
405-848-5611
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twomey Cellars | 2013 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | First Kiss | 19 (2015) |
| Vellum Wine Craft | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 19 (2015) | |
| William Hill Estate Winery | 2013 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Benchmark | 19 (2015) |
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