93pts Wine Enthusiast

The nose of this ripe and fruit-forward Pinot shows dark raspberry and spicy root beer aromas while the palate displays a deep, savory edge with flavors of sauteed shitake mushrooms, cocoa powder and black cherry before a long and balanced finish with plenty of tannin for mid-term aging.

Winemaker Notes

This is a classic, Russian River Valley Pinot Noir. Fans of full-bodied, concentrated styles will absolutely love what this wine has to offer. Spicey aromas of cinnamon, cardamom, and anise mingle with dark cherry perfume, cola, sweet smoked tobacco leaf, and toasted vanillin. Compact, extracted, and viscous on the palate, the wine has substantial power and glide featuring dark black cherry, savory caramel, black plum pie, supported with balanced acidity to lift the wine into a harmonious balance of rich and racy. Look for this delicious Pinot to put on more mid-palate weight over the next three years.