{"title":"Ulysses Wine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUlysses Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e is the second Napa Valley wine estate to join the \u003cstrong\u003eMoueix portfolio, which contains the likes of Petrus, Dominus Estate, and Chateau Trotanoy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Nestled on \u003cstrong\u003eOakville's\u003c\/strong\u003e southern edge next to \u003cstrong\u003eTo Kalon vineyard and Vine Hill Ranch\u003c\/strong\u003e, Ulysses Vineyard has quickly found Napa prestige with its refined, luscious, and structured Cabernets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUlysses Wine: Historic Oakville Property \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristian Mouiex \u003c\/strong\u003eacquired Ulysses Vineyard in 2008, becoming his second Napa Valley project after Dominus Estate. The \u003cstrong\u003e31.5-acre vineyard,\u003c\/strong\u003e formerly known as Schmidt Ranch, dates back to 1873, when Napa pioneer Charles Hopper cultivated the land. As part of his famed Missouri Hopper Ranch vineyard, the land's gravelly, clay loam soils provided the perfect conditions for \u003cstrong\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e. Eventually, small amounts of \u003cstrong\u003eCabernet Franc and Petit Verdot \u003c\/strong\u003ewere planted and still contribute to Ulysses wine today. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe property underwent extensive renovations after Moueix's purchase, which included adapting a 'double-double Guyot' trellising system to increase yields and improve space efficiency. Additionally, high vine densities and narrower rows were pinpointed as necessary upgrades to the vineyard. Once the replanting project was complete, Ulysses Vineyard was transformed into one of Oakville's top sites, competing with the neighboring To Kalon Vineyard, Vine Hill Ranch, Missouri Hopper Ranch, and Martha's Vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUlysses Cabernet Sauvignon: Top Napa Wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNearly 90% of Ulysses Vineyard is planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, with the remaining 10% evenly distributed between Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The winemaking team, led by \u003cstrong\u003eTod Mostero,\u003c\/strong\u003e adapts a low-intervention approach and sustainable farming, gaining a \u003cstrong\u003eCCOF certification in 2021.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mostero brings his expertise from his time \u003cstrong\u003eworking alongside Baron Philippe de Rothschild and his\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003estudies at Chateau Haut-Brion and Domaine Romanée-Conti\u003c\/strong\u003e to create immaculate Cabernet-dominant wines. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUlysses Cabernet: Vinification and Tasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo guard against Napa's infamous rust, the team rinses the grapes on the vineyard before the rigorous sorting process. The grapes are then transported to the quaint cellar and given a gentle pump-over and extraction, then barrel-aged in 40% new French oak for 20 years and bottle-aged for up to 5 years. The resulting wine is marked by\u003cstrong\u003e fine-grained tannins, exceptional depth, a ripe-fruit profile, and hints of spice and savory herbs on the nose.\u003c\/strong\u003e Famed critic Robert Parker describes Ulysses wine as \u003cstrong\u003e\"a Napa version of a first or second growth Pauillac,\"\u003c\/strong\u003e while Decanter Magazine has exalted similar praise, stating the bottles \u003cstrong\u003e\"exude a Margaux-like purity.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLess than 1,000 cases are produced each vintage, making Ulysess Cabernet a hot commodity for Napa lovers. With each passing year, Ulysses Cabernet has also gained a more respected reputation, with the most recent release,\u003cstrong\u003e 2018 Ulysses Cabernet,\u003c\/strong\u003e becoming the estate's most acclaimed bottle yet. When reviewing the bottle, Antonio Galloni of Vinous Media wrote, \"The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is the\u003cstrong\u003e best wine off Christian Moueix's Oakville ranch so far,\"\u003c\/strong\u003e underscoring the bottle's freshness, finesse, and elegant finish. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUlysses Napa Valley: Add This Special Cabernet To Your Cellar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn less than two decades, Christian Moueix has catapulted Ulysses Vineyard into one of Napa Valley's most compelling estates. With expert winemaking from Tod Mostero and a prime Oakville terroir, Ulysses Cabernet is a special bottle for any cellar. Browse through our collection and grab a bottle today. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/collections\/Ulysses_wine.jpg?v=1757005349","url":"https:\/\/grandcruliquidassets.com\/collections\/ulysses-wine.oembed","provider":"Grand Cru Liquid Assets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}