Thomas-Hsi Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2011
Thomas-Hsi Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2011
— CALIFORNIA WINE ADVISOR
WINEMAKING
• 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 0.5% Cabernet Franc, 0.5% Petit Verdot
• 26 months in French Oak chateau barrels, 60% new
• Gentle handling – cluster and berry sorted, native yeast fermentations in small open-top tanks
VINTAGE
• 2012 was an excellent growing season
• Classic conditions in the fall allowed the vineyard to ripen slowly and evenly
• Harvest started on September 29th, finished on October 21st
Charles ThomasWinemaking
For over 30 years, Charles Thomas has been a dynamic force in Winemaking in Napa Valley. His relentless pursuit of excellence has fostered innovative viticultural practices, driven by his involvement and passion for vineyards. Charles was responsible for the Robert Mondavi Reserve and Napa Valley wines from the 1980’s until 1994, and the first twelve vintages of Opus One were produced under his watchful eyes. He redefined Kendall-Jackson’s Cardinale, and launched Lokoya and Verite. For five years, he produced exceptional wines at Rudd Oakville and Edge Hill. Most recently, since 2007, he has overseen the modernization of the vineyards at Quintessa, creating wines of unprecedented quality from the estate. He is also partner and Winemaker for Longtable Wines – which produces outstanding Rhone blends grown at the nearby Longtable Vineyard on Mount Veeder.
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Thomas-Hsi Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2011
— CALIFORNIA WINE ADVISOR
WINEMAKING
• 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 0.5% Cabernet Franc, 0.5% Petit Verdot
• 26 months in French Oak chateau barrels, 60% new
• Gentle handling – cluster and berry sorted, native yeast fermentations in small open-top tanks
VINTAGE
• 2012 was an excellent growing season
• Classic conditions in the fall allowed the vineyard to ripen slowly and evenly
• Harvest started on September 29th, finished on October 21st
Charles ThomasWinemaking
For over 30 years, Charles Thomas has been a dynamic force in Winemaking in Napa Valley. His relentless pursuit of excellence has fostered innovative viticultural practices, driven by his involvement and passion for vineyards. Charles was responsible for the Robert Mondavi Reserve and Napa Valley wines from the 1980’s until 1994, and the first twelve vintages of Opus One were produced under his watchful eyes. He redefined Kendall-Jackson’s Cardinale, and launched Lokoya and Verite. For five years, he produced exceptional wines at Rudd Oakville and Edge Hill. Most recently, since 2007, he has overseen the modernization of the vineyards at Quintessa, creating wines of unprecedented quality from the estate. He is also partner and Winemaker for Longtable Wines – which produces outstanding Rhone blends grown at the nearby Longtable Vineyard on Mount Veeder.
