90 pts Stephen Tanzer Sep/Oct 2008
Good bright medium red. Sappy, high-pitched, varietally expressive aromas of spicy red fruits and underbrush. Chewy, dry and classic on the palate, with juicy flavors of pungent red berries and spices lifted by a floral nuance. The enticing sappy character follows through in the mouth and on the persistent, firmly structured finish. 92 pts Wine Enthusiast Nov 2007 A pleasant stylistic change from Peregrine, whose wines have been somewhat chunky in the past, this vintage nicely captures Pinot’s elusive silky texture and complex aromas. It’s highly perfumed, with hints of herbs and roses wrapped around a soft core of lush black-cherry fruit. Finishes long, framed by soft tannins. Drink now–2015.
