Hestan Stephanie Cabernet Sauvignon 2011

Hestan Stephanie Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, crafted by winemaker Jeff Gaffner at Hestan Vineyards in Napa Valley, is an elegant and complex wine that offers a bold expression of Bordeaux varietals. Aged for 28 months in 50% new French oak barrels, this vintage carries an ABV of 14.8%, giving it a deep, layered profile with rich structure and a velvety finish.

The color is a beautiful, dark, and deep red, hinting at the intense flavors to come. The nose opens with aromas of ripe blackberry and blueberry, underscored by touches of cranberry. After about 15 minutes of air, more floral notes of violets, rose, and dark blossom begin to emerge, complemented by brown spice and clove. Subtle notes of coffee, tar, and mocha add complexity, with hints of tobacco and dark chocolate lending a refined depth.

On the palate, Stephanie wine shows great structure and carries a full, rich mid-palate that lingers pleasantly. Ripe black cherry and bosenberry flavors blend with strawberry and cacao, bringing out a layered and ripe experience. This wine’s bright acidity balances its bold tannins, providing a smooth but lively mouthfeel. Hints of vanilla and toasty oak echo in the finish, leaving traces of cola, toffee, and brambly herbal nuances that retain the wine’s unique character.

The Stephanie wine’s of hestan winery complex layers and bold flavors reflect the careful selection and farming of small vineyard blocks, the unique fermentation techniques with pump-overs and punch-downs, and aging in fine French oak. Jeff Gaffner’s expertise shines through in every sip, showing his artful blending of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Malbec, and Cabernet Franc, capturing the essence of Napa Valley’s remote eastern slopes.

This vintage has received high praise from critics for its brambly, herbal notes and bright acidity. The ripe palate reveals flavors of tar, cola, and toffee, adding to its full-bodied profile, according to Wine Enthusiast’s Virginie Boone. The Stephanie wine offers both depth and harmony, making it a standout among Cabernet Sauvignons.

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