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Vidal 2004 Soler Syrah (Hawke's Bay)

Price $40

A selection of the best lots, Vidal’s Solar Syrah is a big step up from the regular bottling, not showing any overripeness and revealing more complexity. Subtle peppery notes kick-start the bouquet of cedar, vanilla and blackberries, while an intriguing herbal-peppery note winds through the flavors, adding nuance to the bold blueberry and raspberry mix… — W.E. (7/1/2007)

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Vidal 2008 Gimblett Gravels Syrah (Hawke's Bay)

Vidal’s Syrah is a dark, inky wine, with vanilla and toast framing dark fruit. Medium- to full-bodied blackberry and blueberry flavors mesh easily with hints of olive and espresso, while the finish features traces of dusty tannins. — J.C. (9/1/2011)

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Vidal 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough)

Price $28

Seems a bit more structured than most Marlborough Pinot Noirs, with black cherry fruit and root beer and cola notes buttressed by crisp acids and firm tannins. Give this one a couple of years to mellow before opening. Drink 2008–2012. — J.C. (3/1/2007)

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Vidal 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough)

Price $20

This sister label to Villa Maria better known for its Hawkes Bay red wines has turned out a plump, medium-weight Sauvignon Blanc. It starts with scents of crushed tomato leaf, then folds in grapefruit and a hint of honey on the palate. Turns more powerfully grassy and herbal on the finish, ending on a slightly bitter note. — J.C. (5/1/2007)

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Vidal 2004 Estate Syrah (Hawke's Bay)

Price $26

After a lack of international success with Merlot and Cabernet, Syrah is being touted as the next hot red from Hawkes Bay. From a top-notch vintage, this wine offers scents of tar, prune and white pepper, then flavors of blackberry, prune and pepper. Finishes with crisp acids and soft tannins. — W.E. (7/1/2007)

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Vidal 2003 Syrah (Hawke's Bay)

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Starts with scents of anise and blackberry, then adds hints of tea and pepper combined with a soft, creamy mouthfeel. A barrel sample of the '04 was more promising, with substantially greater intensity. — J.C. (5/1/2006)

Most Reviewed Designations

Estate Gimblett Gravels Soler

Most Reviewed Varietals

Pinot Noir Sauvignon Blanc Syrah

2010 Pence Ranch Westslope

This is sourced from the winery's steepest and most wind-exposed blocks…

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