89 pts Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, Sep/Oct 2010 Bright medium red. Sexy aromas of smoky red raspberry and minerals, with a mulchy complexity. Broad, sweet and ripe, with very good but not outstanding complexity to the red fruit and spice flavors. Finishes with sweet, suave tannins and very good length. Approachable already but this winery's pinots are normally at their best five or six years after the vintage. 89 pts Wine Advocate Issue #191 Oct 2010
The 2008 Pinot Noir has a medium ruby-purple color and pronounced cherry and pomegranate aromas with supporting notes of cranberry, cloves and pepper plus a hint of fresh beet root. With medium-high acid, a medium level of velvety tannins and moderate concentration, it gives a long red berry laced finish. Drink it now to 2015.
