TASTE WITH THE WINEMAKER

"Our Holiday Cuvée gives me a chance to reflect on what I might like to grace my own holiday table, a way to say thanks for all our blessings, and for blessings to come. For this vintage, I've selected lots of our finest Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec, which certainly fit the bill as a memorable wine. This wine presents cheerful aromas of red fruit, which are also evident on the palate in bright notes of red plum and Bing cherry. Moderate and well-integrated tannins develop alongside layered elements of cassis and a subtle oak spice. I know that some have been collecting our unique bottlings each vintage and for that, I think there's only one suggestion: get one for the cellar, and one for the celebration. This is something you may not want to wait too long for. From our Hess family, our sincere best wishes and thanks for sharing our wines."

- Dave Guffy, Director of Winemaking