As the final days of summer graced Northern California, members of Hess Persson Estate’s Collectors Club were invited to the winery for its Harvest Release Party that featured gourmet bites, live music, fine art, and world-class wines.
Within a tranquil and refined setting, event attendees savored new releases from Hess Persson’s exclusive small block cabernets. These selections are only available directly from the winery and include:
- 2019 Rutherford Napa Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
- 2019 St. Helena Napa Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
- 2019 Moon Mountain District, Sonoma County Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
- 2019 Oakville Napa Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
Hess Persson Estates shines brightly in the world of wine, renowned as a leading family-owned and family-led enterprise. The brand consists of two distinguished wine labels: The Hess Collection and the Lions Head Collection. Both labels are known for producing exceptional, critically acclaimed wines while upholding the principles of sustainable farming and meticulous winemaking.
The winemakers at Hess Persson Estates pour their dedication into crafting wines that eloquently express the land and its terroir. The resulting wines embody a captivating sense of balance and elegance.
In 1978, Donald Hess made a significant mark by establishing his winery on the historic grounds of one of the region’s oldest wineries on Mount Veeder. In an area where few dared to cultivate vines at such elevations, Donald Hess recognized the potential of Mount Veeder’s volcanic slopes to yield wines of remarkable refinement and intricate complexities. The winery and its vineyards thrive in extreme and rugged terrain, serving as a canvas for the winemaking team to craft exceptional wines.
Visitors to the Mount Veeder winery are treated to a unique opportunity: a guided tour of the awe-inspiring Hess Art Collection. Through the narration of the winery’s Museum Director, Robert Ceballos, the art, artists, and the profound relationship between Donald Hess and the artists come to life in vivid detail.
The essence of the Hess Persson family’s artistic insight lies in their remarkable ability to spot emerging artists, many of whom rise to prominence in their fields. Once a connection is forged, Donald’s unwavering support accompanies the artists throughout their career trajectories.
This convergence of fine art and exquisite wines, set against the backdrop of dedication to craftsmanship and innovation, encapsulates the spirit of the winery. Today, the legacy of the Hess family continues from their original haven atop Mount Veeder, overlooking the Napa Valley below.
Hess is awesome, and I love their food and wine pairings!