Fidélitas Wines
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Red Mountain's dedicated Bordeaux specialist, sourcing exclusively from Washington's most concentrated and celebrated AVA since 2000.
Fidélitas Wines is a Red Mountain AVA specialist producing Bordeaux-style reds from Washington's most heat-driven appellation. Founded by Charlie Hoppes in 2000, the family-owned winery sources from top Red Mountain vineyards and produces 7,000 to 14,000 cases annually.
- Founded officially in 2000 by Charlie Hoppes; the name honors Terri Hoppes' father, Daniel 'Fidelis' O'Neill
- All wines sourced exclusively from Red Mountain AVA grapes
- Works with acclaimed vineyards including Ciel du Cheval, Klipsun, Red Heaven, Heart of the Hill, and Quintessence
- Estate vineyard managed by legendary vineyard manager Dick Boushey; first 3 acres planted in 2008/2009, expanded by 9 acres in 2015
- Charlie Hoppes named 2013 Seattle Magazine Winemaker of the Year
- Second-generation winemaker Will Hoppes serves as Managing Director
- Tasting rooms operate in both Benton City (Red Mountain) and Woodinville, Washington
History and Origins
Fidélitas has roots stretching back to 1982, when winemaking began in a family kitchen. The label was officially launched in 2000 by Charlie Hoppes, with the first vintage produced at Three Rivers winery. The name is a tribute to Terri Hoppes' father, Daniel 'Fidelis' O'Neill. A Red Mountain tasting room opened in 2007 in Benton City, cementing the winery's identity as a Red Mountain-focused producer. Estate vineyard plantings followed in 2008 and 2009, with an additional nine acres completed in 2015.
- Winemaking origins trace to 1982; Fidélitas officially launched in 2000
- First vintage produced at Three Rivers winery
- Red Mountain tasting room opened in 2007
- Named in honor of Terri Hoppes' father, Daniel 'Fidelis' O'Neill
Red Mountain AVA and Terroir
Red Mountain AVA is one of Washington's most distinctive appellations, defined by heat, persistent wind, and deep dusty soils with minimal topsoil on southern-facing slopes. These conditions stress vines naturally, producing concentrated, tannic wines with significant structure. Fidélitas sources every bottle from within this single AVA, making it one of the most committed Red Mountain specialists in Washington State.
- Red Mountain is characterized by heat, wind, and south-facing slopes
- Deep, dusty soils with minimal topsoil concentrate vine stress and flavor
- Conditions favor powerful, tannic Bordeaux-style red wines
- Fidélitas sources exclusively from Red Mountain AVA vineyards
Grapes and Winemaking
Fidélitas focuses on classic Bordeaux varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc. The winery draws on fruit from some of Red Mountain's most respected sites, including Ciel du Cheval, Klipsun, Red Heaven, Heart of the Hill, and Quintessence Vineyards. The estate vineyard is managed by Dick Boushey, widely regarded as one of Washington's most experienced vineyard managers. Annual production ranges from approximately 7,000 to 14,000 cases.
- Bordeaux varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc
- Sources from Ciel du Cheval, Klipsun, Red Heaven, Heart of the Hill, and Quintessence
- Estate vineyard managed by Dick Boushey
- Annual production between 7,000 and 14,000 cases
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Charlie Hoppes brings over 30 vintages of Washington winemaking experience to Fidélitas and received Seattle Magazine's Winemaker of the Year award in 2013. His son Will Hoppes joined the winery as Managing Director, establishing a second generation of family leadership. The winery operates two tasting room locations, one at Red Mountain in Benton City and one in Woodinville, serving both the wine country and Seattle-area markets.
- Charlie Hoppes named 2013 Seattle Magazine Winemaker of the Year
- Over 30 vintages of winemaking experience at the helm
- Will Hoppes serves as Managing Director, representing the second generation
- Tasting rooms in Benton City and Woodinville
Fidélitas wines reflect Red Mountain's signature intensity: deep-colored, full-bodied reds with firm tannins, concentrated dark fruit, and strong structural backbone. Expect blackcurrant, dark cherry, and plum from Cabernet Sauvignon-led blends, with earthy complexity and age-worthiness built from low-yield vineyard sources.
- Fidélitas Red Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon$35-45Flagship bottling showcasing Red Mountain's concentrated, tannic Cabernet character from top AVA vineyard sources.Find →
- Fidélitas Quintessence Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon$55-70Single-vineyard Red Mountain Cabernet from estate fruit managed by Dick Boushey, offering site-specific intensity.Find →
- Fidélitas Optu Red Mountain Red Blend$28-38Bordeaux-style blend drawing on Red Mountain AVA fruit; approachable entry point to the Fidélitas lineup.Find →
- Fidélitas is a family-owned Red Mountain AVA specialist; all wines sourced exclusively from Red Mountain
- Founded 2000 by Charlie Hoppes; estate vineyard first planted 2008/2009, expanded 2015
- Red Mountain AVA: heat and wind dominated, deep dusty soils, south-facing slopes, concentrated tannic wines
- Key vineyard sources: Ciel du Cheval, Klipsun, Red Heaven, Heart of the Hill, Quintessence
- Charlie Hoppes: 2013 Seattle Magazine Winemaker of the Year; son Will Hoppes is Managing Director