Hess Collection Cabernet Sauvignon Mount Veeder 2019

This estate-grown Cabernet provides an exemplary expression of the sophistication, complexity, and structure that weve come to expect from their mountain fruit. The Cabernet Sauvignon produces aromas of ripe, wild, mountain raspberry, along with gentle notes of vanilla caramel. The subtle touch of Malbec adds a soft, mouth-filling texture on the palate. Enticing flavors of dark plum, licorice, cocoa and vanilla oak spice unite to create a supple wine that lingers for a pleasing finish.

94 Points – Wine Enthusiast

This complex and well-balanced wine seamlessly blends black fruits, oak spices and a beefy accent on a full body backed by moderate tannins. It feels velvety, almost silky, but has the structure to improve with age.

92 Points – James Suckling

A very soft and friendly red with plum and blackberry character. Medium body with medium firm tannins and a delicious finish.

91 Points – Wine Spectator

Shows a toasty overlay, with singed vanilla coating a core of blackberry, black cherry and boysenberry paste flavors. A tug of loam and a cedary frame emerge on the finish. Offers more oomph than purity, with the toasty edge asserting itself through the finish.