Hedges Red Mountain 2016
- jd93
- ws86
Category | Red Wine |
Varietals | |
Region | United States, Washington, Red Mountain |
Brand | Hedges |
Alcohol/vol | 13.5% |
Jeb Dunnuck
- jd93
Deep ruby-colored, the 2016 Red Mountain checks in as a blend of 38% Merlot, 29% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Syrah, and the rest a mix of red varieties, all aged 20 months in 40% new oak. It offers a great bouquet of pure cassis and darker fruits as well as loads of cedar, dried flowers, and hints of new leather. Medium-bodied, seamless, incredibly pure, and layered, it's straight-up loaded with charm and a joy to drink. There's a decidedly Old World weight and style here, yet it doesn't skimp on fruit either. I'd be thrilled to drink bottles over the coming decade or so.
Wine Spectator
- ws86
Taut and firm, with cherry and tobacco flavors. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Cão and Souzão. Best after 2020. 6,050 cases made.