I’m not a big fan of California Cabs but this 2016 Hess Selection exceeded my expectations. Even without a decant this wine has a pleasant nose of dark cherries, followed by medium body, almost creamy, with more dark fruit, cassis, and just enough oak. Tannins and acidity are in balance with the rest of the package. Very nice, and a good value for the price.
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Very nice at this stage. Nice complimentary flavors of red and dark fruits, leather, a little wood and some tannins. Maybe some rocks too. This wine is well integrated at this point and not too over the top.
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4/22/2024 - Mscrank Likes this wine: 92 Points
I’m not a big fan of California Cabs but this 2016 Hess Selection exceeded my expectations. Even without a decant this wine has a pleasant nose of dark cherries, followed by medium body, almost creamy, with more dark fruit, cassis, and just enough oak. Tannins and acidity are in balance with the rest of the package. Very nice, and a good value for the price.
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2/12/2024 - lundmc Likes this wine: 92 Points
Very nice at this stage. Nice complimentary flavors of red and dark fruits, leather, a little wood and some tannins. Maybe some rocks too. This wine is well integrated at this point and not too over the top.
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1/22/2024 - Winevestor Likes this wine: 92 Points
Very well made and tasty number. Good red fruit, with mid tannin and long finish. Its good for a few more years, but I don't think will get better.
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9/10/2023 - levinml wrote: 92 Points
Consistent with my notes from two years ago. Nice flavors, full-bodied and without terribly fraying my tongue. May get better for a while yet.
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8/10/2023 - rlm_522@yahoo.com wrote:
Rich, smooth, no bite, berry, tobacco
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