95pts Wine Enthusiast

This is still a very young bottling, but it's already opulent and wonderfully hedonistic. Aromas of black cherry are jubilant on the nose, while the palate's vibrant acidity and sharper spice elements add a peppery zip that keeps one coming back for more.

91pts Wine Spectator

Effusive cherry and blackberry fruit leads the way, with singed anise, licorice snap and gently toasted vanilla notes filling in on the finish. Drink now through 2031. 

Winemaker Notes

Aromas of wild cherry, crushed violets and a Rooibos tea-like note of earth and spice, complement the notes of salinity and ripe cherry. With polished tannin and a lengthy finish, this very elegant wine shows the beauty of Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir.