The Napa Valley is renowned for its big. Bold cabernets. The name lion tamer has become our nickname for malbec because we use this grape as a blending variety to tame powerful tannins. This cabernet sauvignon brings all the roar of Napa valley and when blended with a touch of malbec. Produces a big. Lush wine that finishes with smooth and tamed round tannins. The lion has been the emblem of the Hess family for generations. The lions head collection of wines pays homage to the family emblem and represents the new generation of Hess family's vision to craft wines of distinction. 14.6% Alc by vol.