Review of the 2006 Carter Vineyard
Hillblock Pinot Noir

The Wine Advocate: 93 Points

"The 2006 Pinot Noir Hillblock was made by Ken Wright from a vineyard planted in 1983. Wright also makes a Carter Vineyard designate under his own label which I found to be equally uplifting. The Hillblock was aged in 70% new French oak and bottled without fining or filtration. Cherry red in color, it has a superb perfume of pain grille, spice box, red and black cherry and black raspberry. This is followed by a layered, velvety-textured, succulent wine with great depth, concentration and structure for this vintage. It will evolve for 2-3 years and offer prime drinking from 2010 to 2018." — Jay Miller, The Wine Advocate #179, October 2008

Review of the 2005 Carter Vineyard
Hillblock Pinot Noir

The Wine Spectator: 90 Points

"Smooth and focused, with a minty edge to the dark berry and green olive flavors.  A distinctive style of Pinot Noir, with power and enough harmony to bring it together nicely.  Best from 2009 through 2013."

Review of the 2003 Carter Vineyard
Hillblock Pommard

Wine Spectator Insider November 17, 2004

92 Points."The second vintage from this lontime supplier to Ken Wright and Domaine Serene is a winner - supple and elegant, rich enough in texture to give the cherry, white pepper, mineral and rose petal aromas and flavors some scope, yet balanced and harmonious through the long, refined finish. Wright made the wine. Drink now through 2012." — H.S.

Reviews of the 2002 Carter Vineyard
Hillblock Pommard

The Wine Spectator: 91 Points

"On the earthy side, but it's a real mouthful of personality, offering green olive-tinged blackberry and currant flavors on a firm, chewy frame. The tannins are well integrated right through the long finish."