Complex, dense and structured, this has dark plum fruit and solid, integrated tannins. It has weight and richness, finishing with crisp red-berry acidity.
— R.V.
(11/1/2012)
A richly fruity wine, its tannins comfortably entrenched in a plump structure. Wood flavors are in the background, giving extra richness. With its dark plum fruits, acidity and tannins, the wine will age well.
— R.V.
(12/31/2011)
With its ripe strawberry-jam flavor, this demonstrates classic Pinot Noir juiciness. It has dry tannins as well, yielding a ripe, concentrated wine that needs five years of aging.
— R.V.
(11/1/2012)
This has a firm edge of tannins along with dense red fruits. It’s structured and balanced, with the texture and acidity that suggest its aging potential. Give this 3–4 years.
— R.V.
(11/1/2012)
This is an attractive, fruity wine, with citrus and creamed apple flavors. It is light and fragrant, with apricots and white fruits that pair with the crisp finish.
— R.V.
(11/1/2012)
This is chunky, with a firm, tannic structure. The black fruits are piled on top, creating a solid, ripe wine. The weight and density should allow this to age for at least three years.
— R.V.
(11/1/2012)
Dense, rich and ripe, this has some tannic structure, but it’s less salient compared to the ripe fruit, soft texture and juicy acidity. This wine can age, although it is already showing fruitiness.
— R.V.
(11/1/2012)
Smooth wood aromas that are followed on the palate to give a soft, caramel and vanilla flavored wine, licked by fresh lemon acidity. The wood needs a year to settle in.
— R.V.
(11/1/2010)