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Hedonism Wines
3/7 Davies Street, MayfairLondonW1KUnited Kingdom
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Description

Situated along Napa Valley’s Oakville bench, the Ulysses vineyard was once part of the famed Charles Hopper ranch and was acquired by Christian Moueix in 2008. From the brilliant 2014 vintage, this is a blend of 92% Cabernet Sauvignon with lesser parts Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. It is a broad, creamy and supple wine, with alluring notes of ripe plum, fig, liquorice, cedar and tobacco.

About this wine

The 2014 Ulysses Napa Valley offers a rich and intricate expression of Napa Valley's Oakville terroir. Developed under the expertise of the Ulysses Vineyard team, this vintage presents a harmonious blend of depth, intensity, and elegance, beautifully concentrated with a vibrant structure. Features dense layers of blackberry, cassis, and black cherry, with nuances of graphite and cedar. Firm tannins and a smooth, lingering finish.

Ulysses

The Ulysses collection showcases the unique terroir of the Napa Valley with a focus on Cabernet Sauvignon. The winemaking is influenced by Moueix’s expertise in Bordeaux, offering wines that combine the richness of Napa Valley fruit with the elegance and complexity of Bordeaux.

Ulysses Vineyard

Ulysses Vineyard is located in the Oakville appellation of the Napa Valley. The winery focuses on producing high-quality, single-vineyard wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region. Christian Moueix, known for his work in Bordeaux, particularly with the famed Château Pétrus, founded the vineyard. Ulysses Vineyard aims at capturing the essence of the Napa Valley through meticulous viticulture and winemaking practices.