Hess Select Chardonnay ismedium-bodied with layers of sliced peaches and golden delicious apples, finishing crisp and clean with well-balanced acid.
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A pioneer by nature, Donald Hess was determined to defy convention and pursue winemaking at elevation. In 1978, he established The Hess Collection Winery on the site of one of the region’s oldest wineries on Mount Veeder. Although few in Napa Valley were cultivating vines at elevation, Donald Hess believed the volcanic slopes of Mount Veeder provided the ideal combination of soils and microclimates to yield elegant wines with rich, complex flavors.
Monterey’s cooling fog and Pacific coastal breezes draw across the mountains and valleys, creating an ideal climate for growing Chardonnay. Moderate temperatures lengthen the growing season, allowing fruit to evolve with layers of distinct Central Coast flavors.
