Ramey Vineyards

Fleshy but dry on the palate, offering intense poached pear and lemon curd flavors that spread out nicely on the back half.

Ramey's entry-level Cabernet blend, this vintage is comprised of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 2% Malbec, 2% Syrah, 1% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot. All the fruit comes from Napa Valley.

93 PTS WINE SPECTATOR. The '01 Ramey is dense, rich and deeply concentrated, beautifully crafted and sharply focused; layers of plum, currant and blackberry; finishing with a long complex aftertaste.

Classic, Burgundian-style wine without the tropical fruit tones of some California Chardonnays. Hyde Vineyard wines seem charming and feminine, with high natural acidity playing a prominent role.

90 PTS Stephen Tanzer-"Supple and broad, offering concentrated pit and orchard fruit flavors and a jolt of smoky minerals. Finishes with strong punch and length, leaving ripe pear and orange notes beh