Hess Collection Winery sits on the hillside of Mou...

Hess Collection Winery sits on the hillside of Mount Veeder approximately 15 minutes from Highway 29. You wouldn't just stumble upon this winery while driving along the highway; it's a destination you have to seek out. The mix of wine education and art make Hess Collection Winery a worthy drop-in for novice wine enthusiasts or tourists in search of something more than a tasting room.

The Hess Collection Winery features a tasting room with moderately-priced $10 flights. The walls of the tasting room highlight the soil and unique features of each source vineyard. See the soil composition of each vineyard and read about its climate while sampling the product of its grapes. Adjacent to the tasting room you will find a small gift shop with winery-branded wine accessories (corkscrews, stoppers), local products (coasters, lotions), and of course wine.

Explore the stairways for an overview of how wine is made including a 12-minute video highlighting a year in the life of the winery. An elevator is available for persons unable to take the stairs.

Upstairs you will find a large art collection in spacious viewing rooms. Take a break from your day of wine with a free tour of paintings, sculpture, and abstract art.