The Hess Collection Napa Valley Estate Chardonnay

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The Hess Collection Napa Valley Estate Chardonnay

Name: The Hess Collection Napa Valley Estate Chardonnay
Brand: The Hess Collection
Price: null USD
Rating: 3.75 (0 reviews)

United States, Napa

White wine

3.8

Expert Rating

3.9

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

The Hess Collection Napa Valley Estate Chardonnay is a premium wine produced by The Hess Collection Winery, located in the renowned Napa Valley appellation. The grapes are sourced from the estate's vineyards, which are situated on the slopes of Mount Veeder, known for their unique terroir and ideal growing conditions. The winemaking process involves a combination of traditional and modern techniques, resulting in a wine that is both elegant and complex. The style of the wine is characterized by its rich and creamy texture, balanced by bright acidity and flavors of ripe tropical fruit, citrus, and vanilla.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Hess Collection Napa Valley Estate Chardonnay is a delightful white wine with aromas of green apple, pear, peach, and subtle notes of oak.On the palate, it is full-bodied and creamy with flavors of tropical fruit, honey, butter, and a hint of spice. The finish is long and balanced, with a hint of minerality lingering. Overall, this is an excellent Chardonnay with a great balance of fruit and oak that makes it a pleasure to drink.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2026

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Mildly aromatic

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Bold

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Chardonnay

ORIGINS

Winery: The Hess Collection

Region: Napa

Nestled in the heart of California, USA, Napa is a renowned wine region that has been producing some of the world's finest wines for over 150 years. With its stunning scenery, unique climate and diverse topography, Napa is a paradise for wine lovers. The history of winemaking in Napa dates back to the mid-19th century, when a group of European immigrants settled in the area and began planting vineyards. By the late 19th century, Napa had become a major wine-producing region, with a number of wineries producing high-quality wines. Today, Napa is one of the most important wine regions in the world, with over 400 wineries producing some of the finest wines in the world.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.9

0 Reviews