Reviews & Ratings

2016 Fritz Winery Cabernet Sauvignon "Estate Reserve"

Winery: Fritz Winery

Vintage: 2016

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Estate Reserve"

Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape blend: Cabernet Sauvignon

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Dry Creek Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $75

Cases produced: 120

KWG Score: 89.5 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)

Review date: December 31, 2020

Wine Review: This midnight purple colored “Reserve” level Cabernet Sauvignon from Fritz is a bit on the hedonistic side. It opens with a very fragrant black currant bouquet with hints of blackberry, cherry and cedar. On the palate, this wine is full bodied, balanced, lush and round. The flavor profile is a tasty stewed black plum and black cherry blend with notes of blackberry jam, refined minerality, creamy vanilla and oak. I also detected hints of anise, black pepper and spice. The finish is dry and its sticky tannins build-up quite a bit and linger for a long time. This will certainly benefit from some decanting or additional cellaring. I would pair it with braised short ribs. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: Not Available

Buy it: Use 1000 Corks to find stores that sell Fritz 2016 Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.