At Hunt Cellars, they specialize in “memorable wines.” Winemaker David Hunt is quite well known in the wine community for his amazing barrel work, and once you’ve tasted one of his bottles, it’s not uncommon to wonder if you should drink anything other than Hunt Cellars wine.
Hunt Cellars 2008 Que Sirah, Syrah
Grape(s): Syrah & Petite Sirah
Region: Paso Robles
Review:
Aromatics of blueberry, plum, and pomegranate meld with suggestions of sweet spice and pepper on the nose. A sip reveals flavors of blackberries, plums, and pomegranates accented by notes of all-spice, dark chocolate, and a bit of pepper. A richly structured wine with lovely layers of flavor, fans of bolder reds should drink it now; fans of more elegant wines ought to lay a bottle down. Either way, it’s a special treat.
Rating: 95
Hunt Cellars 2008 Hilltop Syrah
Grape(s): 100% Syrah
Region: Paso Robles
Review:
A bouquet of plums, boysenberries, and pomegranate comes together with hints of white pepper, roast coffee, and cocoa on the nose. A sip reveals flavors of cherry, plum, and pomegranate with accents of pepper, dark-chocolate, and herbs. A bright, bold, layered Syrah, fans of dry, heartier reds will enjoy this bottle very much.
Rating: 93
Hunt Cellars 2008 Cloud 9 Cabernet Sauvignon
Grape(s): 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Paso Robles
Review:
Aromas of blackberries, cassis, and cherries mingle with notes of bacon and toasty oak on the nose. Flavors of cherry, currant, and plum are accented by hints of cedar and smoked meat. Nicely balanced, with supple tannins, fans of rich yet rather elegant Cabs will enjoy this bottle.
Rating: 94
Hunt Cellars 2010 Twilight Time Viognier
Grape(s): 100% Viognier
Region: Paso Robles
Review:
A bouquet of peach, coconut, honeysuckle, and custard greets the senses. A sip unfurls flavors of honeydew and white peach along with floral and nutty suggestions. A round, rich wine with layers of flavors, fans of creamy, full-bodied whites will enjoy this bottle very much.
Rating: 93
Hunt Cellars 2010 Cinq D’ Blanc
Grape(s): (White Blend)
Region: Paso Robles
Review:
Aromatics of pineapple, mango, and peach come together with notes of banana chips on the nose. Flavors of pineapple, peach, apricot, and mango are accented by hints of caramel on the palate. A rich, creamy white that’s loaded with flavor, you’re not likely to try anything else like it.
Rating: 93