Brilliant red. A highly complex, expressive bouquet evokes ripe cherry, black raspberry, pungent flowers and savory herbs, and a smoky mineral accent builds as the wine opens up. Palate-staining dark fruit and violet pastille flavors show excellent clarit...
Pale to medium ruby-purple, the 2017 Pinot Noir opens with gobs of violet, blueberry coulis, boysenberry preserves, spiced cranberry sauce, stones, red currant jelly and an earthy undercurrent - so layered! The light to medium-bodied palate is silky and s...
Features a plush edge, with warm plum and cassis notes, ample velvety tannins and a long, mesquite- and tea-infused finish that has admirable depth. A distinctive style and should be a smart buy in the vintage.
Maple and caramel aromas lead the nose. The first spicy sips smolder with cayenne and cinnamon, smoothed by vanilla and orange peel tones. The long finish offers mouthwatering hints of plum, ripe peach and a final echo of spice. — Kara Newman
93 pts.--Wine Enthusiast
TASTING NOTE• Blend: Baco, Ugni Blanc and Colombard.• Appearance: Bright amber color.• Nose: Very delicate fruity nose of dry prunes with vanilla notes and smooth smoky tones.• Palate: Well balanced on the mouth with a great selection of primary flavors: white fruits, spices, with extremely soft tannins.