A historic and cellar-worthy collection of wines, presented in our Burgess Cellars wood wine case, branded with our logo and the mountain winery sketching commissioned by founder Tom Burgess in 1972. This collection was curated by Vintner Steven Burgess and Winemaker Kelly Woods, and features three selections from 2013, a coveted vintage called 'early, even and excellent'. Two single vineyard selections represent our two estate vineyards on Howell Mountain, a terroir representing only 4% of Napa Valley acreage. Our '2013 Ranch Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon' and '2013 Haymaker Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon' should be enjoyed together, in a comparison of east and west palate. Completing this selection is our '2013 Library Selection Cabernet Sauvignon', the pinnacle of 46 years of family-owned mountain winemaking. (Ship12 Promotion not applicable on this item.)
The 2014 growing season was marked by kind weather, a few curveballs and an abundant crop. The winter was one of the driest on record, but heavy rains before bud break gave the vines a well timed drink. The dry winter produced berries smaller in size, but more concentrated with flavors, and an earlier than normal harvest showed immediate promise of high quality. Gorgeous black fruit, gravel, violets, black cherry, anise, juicy palate with nice stucture and velvety tannins along with chocolate flavors. Finishes with very elegant bittersweet tannins.
Through our barrel program we identify a select few barrels that exhibit extreme complexity and richness. Our Cabernet Sauvignon is black, inky color with delicate aromas of cherry, tar, cedar, blackberry pie, toast, vanilla, currant, char, and peppercorn. Rich, juicy, huge structure that “won’t frighten the horses” of cherry, blackberry, cassis, coffee, vanilla, dark and milk chocolate. Long, rich, spicy finish.
Our 2013 Mountaineer is black with ruby edges. Expressive, profound aroma with numerous red, blue, black fruits, black and jasmine tea. The mouth is soft, opulent, blueberry, blackberry, strawberry, and currant with notes of espresso. A complex and hedonistic wine. Wine Spectator 92.
Lemon-lime, pineapple, mango, key-lime pie with yummy crust. Full flavored and impeccably, elegantly, balanced amounts fo fruit, wood, and acidity. Dry, but very fruity finish.
Our Syrah is elegant, structured, and balanced. Rich boysenberry, blueberry, strawberry, black pepper and subtle hints of voilet with lush tannins. Finished rich and staisfying. Burgess Syrah is enchanting by iteslf or with food. This wine is our most versatile.
A fresh, bright nose of blackberry, cherry, and savory black olives. Black with ruby around the edges in color. Juicy and firm black cherry, brambleberry, and dark chocolate with dusty- brute tannins.
Malbec is a very versatile grape and can be used to blend, as found in many world class Bordeaux blends, or create interesting wines on its own. Our Malbec is a dark ruby/purple with an expressive aroma of cherry cider, passion fruit, chocolate, jasmine, and black tea. The flavors are bright, soft, mouth-filling, juicy, and fruity with blackberry, black currant, cherry, and blueberry.
With the grapes growing at 1000' elevation above the frost line, the location lends itself to producing high quality Petite Sirah grapes. This is a classy version of Petite Sirah with smooth, dense blackberry and cherry flavors. The increadible color and firm tannins confirm it is a petite Sirah. With its famous heartiness, this is the ultimate fancy burger or gourmet thin crust pizza wine!
This wine has vibrant aromas of cherry and strawberry with hints of dried flowers, savory herbs, and a dash of white pepper. The perfect balance of acid and soft tannins compliments the silky smooth texture and flavors of cherry cola and black currents.
Dark, ruby red in color with gorgeous aromas of cherry, lavender, rose, blackberry, plum, and sasparilla. The generous flavors are juicy, dense, and persistent with a core of cherry, plum, chocolate-covered strawberry, and notes of baking spices.
"Topography matters!" Topography Wine has bright red fruit, cherry, raspberry, floral, bramble and tea leaf, cherry cola, hint of vanilla, great flavors and well balanced acidity. A classy and quafable wine with valley suppleness and a mountain core.
Complex aromas and flavors of blackberry, cassis, cherry, vanilla, spice. This rich mountain wine shows true Cabernet flavor, densly packed, and with a full body.
Deep, dark ruby color. Complex notes of black currants, cassis, violets and savory herbs with a hint of red cherry. Light barrel spice and cedar aromas. Soft and lush mouthfeel, rich texture with subtle and well-integrated tannins. Flavors of black raspberry, dark chocolate, and cherry cola on the finish.
