

2018 Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve
RESILIENCE IN THE VINEYARD
Each vintage presents a unique set of conditions, and we approach every year ready to face the challenge. For vintage 2018, budbreak began on schedule at the end of February, and spring brought moderate temperatures that progressed into a warm summer without any disruptive heat spikes. Steady growing conditions continued through Harvest, which began in mid-September for the white varieties. We continued picking our red varieties long into the first weeks of November. With such lengthy hang time, the fruit matured consistently and was picked at its peak, promising exceptional flavor in bottle.
Wine Specs
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage
2018
Appellation
Rutherford
Alcohol %
15.1
Brand
Hess Small Block
Bottles in Case
12
pH
3.69
Aging
22 Months
Acid
0.62
Blend
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Cases Produced
133
Cooperage
65% New French Oak
Tasting Notes