Conclusion - The 2002 Collier Falls Hillside Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is rich, plush and smooth wine that is drinking very well right now. If your a fan of plush Cabernet then this wine is a perfect choice at an unbelievable price. A great wine for burgers, tips or skirt steak. Enjoy this wine right now or cellar for the next couple years, but don't wait too long, this wine is hitting its strive right now. Be sure to let this wine fully open to reveal all its aromas and flavors. …
Ben shared a few wines with us:
2011 Sauvignon Blanc: Aged on the lees, this wine has lots of melon notes, though I did detect some tangerine. Good weight and depth on the palate.
2011 Chardonnay: Sub tropical notes, green apple. Clean, refreshing, creaminess.
2010 Merlot: cherry and mocha notes, good fruit big wine with nice acidity. Softer tannins, with a long finish.
2010 Malbec: Bright fruit, which surprised me in a Malbec, dark cherry and spices, nice finish …
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