The three vineyards are all on Red Mountain, the newest viticultural appellation in Washington state, and headquarters for Hedges Cellars. This is an elegant, stylish Cabernet/Merlot blend, the fruit clean and lean. The tight, youthful structure is beautifully balanced, compact and precise. Time, air, bottle age and food will all help it show its full potential. Editors’ Choice. ——W.E.(10/1/2001)—— 91