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HdV 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros)
- $55
Made from the Hyde Vineyard, (although it’s not designated on the front label), this is as good as Carneros gets. It’s soft and opulently layered, offering waves of pineapple, mango, guava, nectarine, peach and new oak flavors in a rich, creamy-leesy texture. The warmth of the vintage worked for this Chardonnay, keeping the Carneros fog away and elevating the wine…
— S.H.
(12/31/2006)
HdV 2001 Red (Carneros)
- $65
They pulled out all the stops, starting with fully ripened grapes that give huge blackberry, cassis, cherry and plum flavors. Elaborate oak adds even more sweet notes, and modern tannin management results in a very soft, elaborate mouthfeel. This stylish Merlot-Cabernet blend has lots of appeal.
— S.H.
(5/1/2004)
HdV 2004 Syrah (Carneros)
- $60
From the Hyde vineyard comes this viscous wine, dripping with blackberry cola, cherry pie, chocolate cappuccino and vanilla crème brûlee flavors. How delicious is that? Still, the wine is dry, with ripe, smooth tannins that make you want another sip. Would score higher if there were more concentration and depth.
— S.H.
(12/31/2006)
HdV 2001 Syrah (Carneros)
- $48
This interesting wine showcases the continuing promise of Carneros Syrah. In this warm vintage, the grapes became very ripe, and give blackberry, cassis and cherry flavors. They’re wrapped in soft, complex, sweet tannins that coat the palate with a creamy smoothness. The flavors sink last forever.
— S.H.
(5/1/2005)
HdV 2001 Chardonnay (Carneros)
- $48
A solid effort that’s missing out on the richness for a better score. It’s well structured, with juicy, citrusy acidity, and there’s certainly some pretty oak. The flavors also veer toward citrus fruits, with suggestions of tart green apple. Turns peppery-astringent on the finish. Give it a few hours to breathe, and it will soften up.
— S.H.
(5/1/2004)
HdV 2002 Chardonnay (Carneros)
- $55
This is an elegant, minerally Chard, whose primary features are lime, green grapes and steel flavors, and brisk, tangy acids. Its leanness is partially alleviated by oak, which brings cream and smoke. The finish is elegant and penetrating.
— S.H.
(5/1/2005)
HdV 2003 Chardonnay (Carneros)
- $55
Over the years, my impression of this wine has not varied. It’s obviously more acidic, tarter and less ripe than comparable Chards in its price range, with an eye toward Chablis. It’s a praiseworthy wine, with intense lemon cream and pineapple flavors, but would score higher if it had greater richness.
— S.H.
(12/31/2005)
HdV 2002 Proprietary Red (Carneros)
- $60
This is a wine rich in oak, flavorful berry-cherry flavors and sturdy tannins. It’s young now, with a rather rasping mouthfeel, but is balanced. Turns a bit sharp on the finish, but should improve in the short haul. Drink now through 2006.
— S.H.
(6/1/2005)
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