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2017 OVID Hexameter Magnum 1.5L
  • 2017 OVID Hexameter Magnum 1.5L
2017 OVID Hexameter Magnum 1.5L

2017 OVID Hexameter Magnum 1.5L

$1,310.00

The Hexameter Story

The first of our wines to graduate from the Experiment program to a flagship wine, Hexameter began with the simple inquiry: How compelling can a Cabernet Franc-focused wine from our site be? That early Experiment from 2005 produced an intriguing Franc-centric wine, and the next four years were used to refine the wine, particularly honing in on the best blocks within the vineyard.

Hexameter is the poetic meter used by Ovid in his Metamorphoses and, for that matter, in much Greek and Roman epic poetry. The concept of meter intrigues us, as meter contains, animates and organizes the information contained by a poem’s words. Transposed to wine, the vineyard is the impulse behind a poem, and the wine its meter and language. As such, the wine Hexameter reveals a certain rhythm and structure in our vineyard that articulates its clear and profound affinity for Cabernet Franc.

Tasting Notes

2017 OVID Hexameter

The 2017 vintage marked the end of an unusually long drought. Rains drenched our hill and set the stage for a vibrant and verdant spring. Budbreak repeated an early start to the season, pushing out in late March. Spring warmed the tender buds and brought on a temperate summer. Careful preparation and late summer heat led to an early harvest, and we were fortunate to have all of our fruit in before the fires began. The result of this tumultuous season is some of the best wine we have ever made.

The 2017 Hexameter exudes enfolding aromas of rhubarb, blueberry, black cherry, baking spice, Jordan almond and sage. Vibrancy and freshness complement the resonant and undeniably delicious power of this incredible vintage.

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Critical Acclaim

Antonio Galloni

The 2017 is a wine of extreme and total finesse.

The 2017 Hexameter, OVID's Cabernet Franc-based blend, is bright and focused, with tons of Franc character in its aromatic and flavor profiles and weight. Sweet red cherry, mint, white pepper, blood orange and flowers give the 2017 striking top notes and energy. Medium in body and finely cut, the Hexameter speaks with a very distinctive voice. The 2017 is a wine of extreme and total finesse.

Jeb Dunnuck

Full-bodied, rich, and beautifully concentrated, it shows nicely integrated acidity, building tannins, and a great finish.

The 2017 Hexameter has a terrific, spicy, complex style in its black raspberry and cassis fruits as well as notes of toasted bread, flowery incense, spice, and crushed flowers. Full-bodied, rich, and beautifully concentrated, it shows nicely integrated acidity, building tannins, and a great finish.