93 Points – Robert Parker

“Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Yao Ming is blended of 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot. It opens with soothing eucalyptus, rose petal and chocolate box scents over a core of blackcurrant cordial, Black Forest cake and wild blueberries with a touch of pencil lead. Medium to full-bodied with a delicately played, beautifully crafted palate, it has a firm line of fine-grained tannins and invigorating freshness lifting the fragrant flavors to a long finish.”

92 Points – James Suckling

“This vibrant blend of mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with touches of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot has aromas of violets and cassis, leading to a very rich and plush palate that has a soft and supple, blackberry and plum flavored finish. Plenty of oak, too. Drink or hold.”

92 Points – Antonio Galloni

“The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Yao Ming is soft, supple and inviting. Medium in body, with lovely aromatic lift and freshness, this mid-weight Cabernet Sauvignon has a lot to recommend it. Above all else, the Yao Ming Cabernet is a wine of understatement and class.”

91 Points – Jeb Dunnuck

“Leading off with the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Yao Ming, which seems downright cheap compared to the other releases, this is a blend of 94% Cabernet Sauvignon and the balance Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, aged in 65% new French oak. Deep purple-colored, with a nose of cassis, black raspberry fruits, notes of cedar, lead pencil, and tobacc