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Hunt Cellars 2012 "Unforgetable" Merlot
Winery: Hunt Cellars
Grape(s): Merlot
Region: Paso Robles, Ca
Year: 2012
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 40-45

Review:
Float into lovely cherries, blackberries, and cassis with accents of dark chocolate, vanilla, and clove on the nose. The palate opens up with expressions of black cherry and currant, then interweaves traces of toasty vanilla, dark chocolate, and sweet spice. Balanced tannins and layered flavors, make this a standout Merlot.
Rating: 95

Hunt Cellars 2012 "Hilltop Serenade" Syrah
Winery: Hunt Cellars
Grape(s): 100% Syrah
Region: Paso Robles, Ca
Year: 2012
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 75-80

Review:
Aromas of cherries, blackberries, and pomegranate meld with suggestions of campfire spice, dark chocolate, and pepper on the nose. Flavors of plum, blackberry, and pomegranate come together with elements of mocha, minerals, and Christmas spices on the palate. Lush dark fruit and lovely array of spice make this a compelling Syrah. 150 cases produced.
Rating: 92

Hunt Cellars 2010 "Tawny Sao Saul " Port
Winery: Hunt Cellars
Grape(s): 100% Sao Saul
Region: Paso Robles, Ca
Year: 2010
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 60-65

Review:
A bouquet currants, roasted nuts, cocoa, and coffee rise up from a glass. A sip delivers flavors of currant and mejoil date that open up into notes of dark chocolate, smoked pecans, and caramel. Rich and layered, a flour-less chocolate torte would make a lovely pairing. 200 cases were made.
Rating: 92

Hunt Cellars 2012 "Rhapsody In Red" Blend
Winery: Hunt Cellars
Grape(s): Cabernet, Merlot, Cab Franc, Petite Verdot, and Malbec
Region: Paso Robles, Ca
Year: 2012
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 70-75

Review:
Aromatics of cherries, strawberries, and blackberries interweave with expressions of vanilla, cocoa, and oak on the nose. Flavors of black cherry, plum, and blackberry come forth on the palate, accented by allusions of oak, vanilla, and mocha. Supple with velvety tannins, enjoy a bottle with a roast chicken. 275 cases produced.
Rating: 93

Hunt Cellars 2012 "Cabovation" Grand Reserve
Winery: Hunt Cellars
Grape(s): 100% Cabernet
Region: Paso Robles, Ca
Year: 2012
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 70-75

Review:
The nose offers aromas of cassis, black cherries, and plums that meld with traces of toasty vanilla and clove. The palate delivers flavors of currant, cherry, and plum that harmonize with notes of cedar and sweet spice. A lush, rich Cab with polished tannins, lamb chops would be a fine companion. 400 cases were made.
Rating: 93

Hunt Cellars 2014 "Imagination" Pinot Noir
Winery: Hunt Cellars
Grape(s): Pinot Noir
Region: Paso Robles, Ca
Year: 2014
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 60-65

Review:
Aromas of plums, raspberries, and cherries mingle with clove, vanilla, and chocolate hints on the nose. With a sip, dark cherry, ripe raspberry, and strawberry jam come forth and move into elements of toasty vanilla, sweet spice, and dark chocolate. A mouth-filling Pinot with sturdy tannins, pair it with a rich mushroom polenta. 350 cases produced.
Rating: 94

Hunt Cellars 2012 "Cloud 9" Cabernet Sauvignon
Winery: Hunt Cellars
Grape(s): Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Paso Robles, Ca
Year: 2012
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price: 70-75

Review:
Fragrances of cherries, blackberries, toasty oak, and mocha rise up from a glass. The palate showcases flavors of blackberry, black cherry, and black plum, alongside accents of toasty oak, anise, and coffee. A Cabernet with polished tannins and a depth of flavor, it deserves no less than a filet mignon.
Rating: 93