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Winery of the Week: Hunt Cellars - Paso Robles

When The Hunt Family decided to pursue their dream, they were uncertain where they would choose to build their vineyard. The Hunts spent exhaustive days and weekends traveling to various premium wine regions from Oregon, Washington, and throughout the state of California. They finally narrowed their decision down to the Central coast to San Luis Obispo County in California. Paso Robles was selected because of its rich diversity in soils, superb growing climate, and unique styles of wine making, along with the spirit of graciousness and traditional American values.

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Hunt Cellars 2014 "Cabovation Grand Reserve" Cabernet Sauvignon
Winery: Hunt Cellars
Grape(s): Cabernet Sauvignon

Region: Paso Robles, Ca
Year: 2014

Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price:
70-75

Review:
Red berries and plums interweave with expressions of pine, vanilla, and anise on the nose. Flavors of cherry, blackberry, and plum play among suggestions of cedar, vanilla bean, and baking spice. With fine structure and depth, this Cab will be lovely with a steak now and brilliant after a few years in your cellar.
Rating: 94

Hunt Cellars 2014 "Bon Vivant" Cabernet Sauvignon
Winery: Hunt Cellars
Grape(s): Cabernet Sauvignon

Region: Paso Robles, Ca

Year:
2014

Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price:
40-55

Review:
An intoxicating of bouquet a cassis, black cherries, clove, and toasty cedar rises up from a glass. Layers of fruit, including currant, cherry, and boysenberry, meet with nuances of toasty vanilla, clove, and cedar on the palate. Polished tannins and superb balance make this a stand out Cab.
Rating: 93

Hunt Cellars 2013 "Red Velvet" Red Blend
Winery: Hunt Cellars
Grape(s): Cabernet Franc & Merlot

Region: Paso Robles, Ca

Year:
2013

Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price:
105-110

Review:
Ripe plums and cherries jump from a glass, followed by elements of vanilla, mocha, and floral notes on the nose. Smooth on the palate, flavors of red cherry and dark plum meld with vanilla, cocoa, and rose petal. Offering lush fruit and savory layers, it's a lovely wine.
Rating: 94

Hunt Cellars 2013 "One Hit Wonder" Petit Verdot
Winery: Hunt Cellars
Grape(s): Cabernet Franc & Merlot

Region: Paso Robles, Ca

Year:
2013

Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price:
120-125

Review:
A bouquet of cherry, bramble berry, and vanilla greets the senses. Waves of cherries, boysenberries, and plums meld with hints of vanilla bean and minerals on the palate. Great balance along with refined tannins endear this wine to lamb loin.
Rating: 93

Hunt Cellars 2013 "Maestro" Red Wine
Winery: Hunt Cellars
Grape(s): Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, & Petite Sirah

Region: Paso Robles, Ca

Year:
2013

Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price:
45-50

Review:
Waves of strawberries, raspberries, and cherries mingle among notes of vanilla bean and brown spice on the nose. Flavors of strawberry and bing cherry unfurl into highlights of clove, toasty vanilla, and oak. Elegant with refined tannins and a nice, dry finish, it's not a typical "Super-Tuscan," but it is very tasty.
Rating: 92

Hunt Cellars 2013 "Thriller" Red Wine
Winery: Hunt Cellars
Grape(s): (Winemaker's Secret)

Region: Paso Robles, Ca

Year:
2013

Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification: n/a
Price:
45-50

Review:
The nose presents with aromas of cherries, blackberries, and plums, accented by clove, white pepper, and dark chocolate. Lots of cherry, boysenberry, and raspberry flavors envolop the palate, flowing into suggestions of vanilla, chocolate, and spice. Smooth tannins frame the wine well, making it ideal for your favorite BBQ dishes.
Rating: 92

By Jason Barlow

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Ratings Key:
96 — 100
Spectacular
92 — 95
Outstanding
89 — 91
Great
85 — 88
Good
81 — 84
Solid

*Wines rated with a "+" need a bit more time to reach peak quality
but will do so over the coming years

 

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