95pts Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

The 2019 Pinot Noir Larry Hyde is composed of 50% Calera selection, plus a mix of Dijon clones and Pommard, sourced from the vineyards around the winery (60%) and another parcel a couple of miles to the north that's a bit warmer (40%). There's very little whole bunch employed here, but the wine is floral and cherry scented, with delicate, ephemeral herbal and sous-bois shadings. Medium to full-bodied, it features a lovely silky texture that's just pure class and a long, elegant finish.

91pts Wine Spectator

Offers perky acidity that carries a mix of mulled cherry, mulberry and black currant fruit along, while lively bramble, sassafras and sweet tobacco accents fill in on the finish. Drink now through 2026. 827 cases made.

Winemaker Notes

A wine that exudes finesse with aromas of raspberry, cranberry, dried flower, and red tea, along with hints of earth. The tannins are soft and inviting with a juicy midpalate showing notes of refined red fruit flavors that add complexity to the mouthwatering finish.

This was an excellent vintage that grew a bountiful crop with great structure. The March miracle left the soil with plenty of moisture to support the plants through the end of May. The long, warm summer saw very few extreme heat events, allowing fruit to set the stage for vibrant and expressive flavors. The long, relatively mild finish to the season helped preserve the freshness and finesse with abundant hang time providing great color and soft tannins.