Orchid Hill
Orchid Hill 2004 Syrah (Paso Robles)
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The problem with this Syrah is excessive sweetness. It tastes more like an off-dry or dessert wine than a dry table wine, with jellied black cherry, black raspberry, red currant and pepper flavors, although that could be due to very high alcohol rather than residual sugar. If you like your reds sweet, this one’s for you.
— S.H.
(11/1/2008)
Orchid Hill 2007 Viognier (Paso Robles)
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Sugary sweet and direct, with pastry flavors of pineapples, apricots and honeysuckle. Crisp acidity provides some balance.
— S.H.
(9/1/2009)
Orchid Hill 2005 Viognier (Paso Robles)
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- $21
An awkward wine. The alcohol is very high and hot and the wine is a little sweet, with Lifesaver candy flavors.
— S.H.
(2/1/2007)
Orchid Hill 2006 Primi Zinfandel (Paso Robles)
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Semi-sweet and simple, with raspberry and cherry cola flavors. The alcohol is 16.7%.
— S.H.
(9/1/2009)
Orchid Hill 2005 Sangiovese (Paso Robles)
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Overripe and unbalanced, with a Porty aroma and raisiny flavors that turn harsh and dry in the mouth.
— S.H.
(12/15/2008)
Orchid Hill 2006 Pinot Noir (Paso Robles)
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Tastes as sugary as a cherry-granola candy bar. Good structure, but the sweetness level is way too high.
— S.H.
(9/1/2009)
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