Made with Dijon clones from a vineyard in a cool corner of Sebastopol, this rich young Pinot brims with fresh acidity. It has complex flavors of cherries, cola, pomegranates, rhubarb, sandalwood and pepper, wrapped into a silky texture. Just a delight, and should age over the next six years.
— S.H.
(9/1/2009)
The vineyard is in Sebastopol, in the south of the Russian River Valley. Acidity in this wine is very high, almost prickly, while the fruit tends toward cola, rhubarb, just-ripe cherries, rosehip tea and beef bouillion. It seems like the grapes were picked fairly early to yield a more structured Pinot. Doesn’t seem like an ager, but could surprise. The finish is…
— S.H.
(9/1/2006)
A peppery, minty flavor and acidic tartness dominate this bone-dry wine. It’s silky and elegant in structure, with a good range of cherry, pomegranate, rhubarb and cola flavors that end in a swirl of Asian spices.
— S.H.
(9/1/2008)