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Hess Collection Winery, The

     
  The Hess Collection Winery is best known for its flagship Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon, acclaimed for its complexity, structure and elegance. The winery also produces single vineyard designated wines from two additional Napa Valley estates. A leader in sustainable practices, The Hess Collection adheres to founder Donald Hess’ philosophy; “Nurture the land; return what you take.” The winery and its vineyards are certified as part of the Napa Green program.

The historic winery has earned international recognition for its wine, culinary and visitor programs and provides free public access to Donald Hess’ extensive private Contemporary Art Museum.
 
     
       
Wine Label for Hess Collection Winery, The

Winery Contact:

    Website: http://www.hesscollection.com
    Phone: (707) 255-1144
    Email: info@hesscollection.com
     
    Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
     
 

Address:

    4411 Redwood Road
    Napa, CA 94558
     
     



 

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Tasting Room Atmosphere...

 
     
     
     
 Modern/Rustic Atmosphere
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wine_bulletOpen for wine tastings
wine_bulletOpen to the public
wine_bulletOffers regular daily tours
wine_bulletOffers tours by appointment - call/email
wine_bulletWinery is family friendly - see below
wine_bulletWinery property is historical landmark
wine_bulletCertified Napa Green Winery - see below
wine_bulletCertified Napa Green Land - see below
wine_bulletTasting at tasting bar
wine_bulletTasting available in private area
wine_bulletTasting fee

wine_bulletWinery has gardens
wine_bulletWinery practices sustainable agriculture/production
wine_bulletWinery has unique architecture
wine_bulletWinery has art on display
wine_bulletIndoor tasting area
     
     
 
  Tasting Room Description:The tasting room is set in one of the original 1903 stone structures. The art collection encompasses 3 floors.

 
  Music in Tasting Room:  Light Jazz

View from Tasting Room:  Lush gardens and vineyards

Wine Education: Daily educational wine production tours

Food Available:  Food and Wine Pairings Thurs - Sat by appointment
 
     
 

Wines and Appellations...

 
     
 
     
Current Wine Varietals Produced:  
  Cabernet Sauvignon  |   Red Blend  |   Chardonnay  |   Sauvignon Blanc  |   Malbec  |   Cabernet Franc  |   Syrah  |   Petit Verdot  |   Viognier  |   Late Harvest  |   Gewurztraminer  |   Pinot Grigio  |    
     
     
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Premiere Napa Valley®...

 
     
 
     
Once a year the rarest new Napa Valley wines become available under one roof at Premiere Napa Valley ®. Wineries throughout the Napa Valley are given one task to participate; create a one-of-a-kind wine for this event to be auctioned off to one lucky bidder. This event is only open to select members of the wine trade and the successful bidder is the sole owner of this unique wine. Below you will find Hess Collection Winery, The's most recent contribution to this event and the member of the wine trade who purchased the wine:  
     
Premiere Napa Valley 2011:  
 
   

Hess Collection Winery, The
Cases: 10
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2009
Release Date: June - 2012
Appellation: Mount Veeder

To purchase this wine or check on availability contact:

Republic National Distributing Company
Schertz, TX
www.rndc-usa.com
210-230-7256

     
     
 

Hess Collection Winery, The Wine Club...

 
     
 
     
Wine clubs are a great way to get involved with your favorite wineries.  
     
  Wine club for Hess Collection Winery, The:  
   
 

The Hess Collector's Club was established to meet the demands of the discerning wine collector. Members will enjoy a selection of special and limited bottlings unavailable to the general public.

 
  Go to Hess Collection Winery, The's website or call, (707) 255-1144 to join their wine club.  
     
     
 

Certified 'Napa Green'...

 
     
 

“I’ve been at this for 30 years and this is the best, most well-thought-out
program I’ve ever seen.”

- Yvon Chouinard
Environmentalist and Founder of Patagonia

 
  Certified Napa Green Winery:  
  Hess Collection Winery, The is certified under the Napa Green Winery Program by the Napa County Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and the Association of Bay Area Government’s (ABAG) Green Business Program and completed all the regulatory components needed for environmental sustainability. These components included developing water and energy conservation methods, preventing pollution, and reducing solid waste. In addition to developing sustainable winery practices, this program is set to become the standard for the state of California.  
   
  Certified Napa Green Land:  
  Hess Collection Winery, The is certified under the Napa Green Certified Land Program. Hess Collection Winery, The has created and implemented a customized farm plan with measured results that addressed all aspects of its property, vineyard land as well as non-farmed land, including practicing soil conservation, water conservation, stable drainage, riparian corridor enhancement, fisheries and wildlife habitat enhancement and long-term improvement and sustainability.  
     

Certification - certification is granted by the Napa County Agricultural Commissioners Office of Pesticide Regulation, the Regional Water Quality Control board, the California Department of Fish and Game, and the National Marine Fisheries Service.

The Napa Green program is supported by a wide variety of groups including the Sierra Club, the Audubon Society, and the University of California.

The Napa Valley Vintners, along with Fish Friendly Farming, the Napa Valley Grapegrowers, and the Napa County Farm Bureau, developed the Napa Green program.

Click here to learn more about Napa Green.

 
     
 

Family Friendly Winery...

 
     
 
     
   
  Children are welcome to tour the museum with parental supervison.  
   
     
     
 

Adopt-a-School...

 
     
 
     
Adopt-a-School is a cooperative effort by businesses, industry and government to stimulate support of education and public school students.
     
  Hess Collection Winery, The has proudly adopted the following school:  
     
 
Alta Heights
 
     
     
 

Napa Neighbor...

 
     
 
The offer listed below is valid for all persons age 21 and over who reside in the Napa Valley. For more information about the Napa Neighbor program Click Here.
     
  Napa Valley residents receive from Hess Collection Winery, The:  
   
 

2 for 1 tasting, 10% off all purchases.

 
     
 

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