

2014 Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon
"For the past several years we've been replanting some historic blocks here on Mount Veeder, and the figurative and literal fruits of our labors are beginning to elevate the quality of the wines from our mountain home. It's honestly, simply, exciting. A touch more Malbec this vintage sets the stage for a classic mountain Cabernet led by aromas of wild mountain raspberry and Bing cherry. Malbec trends toward blue fruit, and nothing is quite so luscious as blueberries framed by hints of vanilla, cassis, creamy milk chocolate caramel and oak spice. We watch our Cabernet age in the old barrel chai visitors first see as they walk toward the winery, and the nearly two-year wait in barrel is proving once again to be well worth it." - Dave Guffy, Senior Vice President of Winemaking and Viticulture
Wine Specs
Scores
94 POINTS - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 2014 Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage
2014
Appellation
Mt. Veeder
Alcohol %
14.6
Brand
Hess Collection
Bottles in Case
6
Harvest Date
September 24 - October 23, 2014
pH
3.79
Aging
22 months
Acid
0.64
Blend
81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Malbec, 3% Petit Verdot
Cooperage
80% new French oak
Tasting Notes