Patz & Hall Hyde Vineyard Pinot Noir, Carneros, USA

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The 2009 Pinot Noir Hyde Vineyard had 15% whole-clusters and 14.2% alcohol, which was lower than the two previous wines. The wine has a dense ruby/plum color to the rim, a killer nose of red and black fruits, along with foresty notes, white flowers and spice. It was long, rich, full-bodied, opulent and a terrific example of Pinot Noir. This had the same clonal mix as the 2008. This is a younger, deeper wine than the 2008 and seems to have at least another decade of aging potential.

A big Pinot Noir, rich and extracted, and lacking delicacy at this time. It’s as full-bodied as a Rhone blend, with jammy cherry, blueberry and spice flavors, enriched by lots of sweet new oak. Delicious, yes, if you care to drink it now. Try cellaring for four or five years to see if it mellows.——S.H.(3/1/2012)—— 89