Aromas of ripe blackberries, blueberries, black cherries, cassis, cinnamon, coffee, violets and smoke emerge from this dark ruby Pinot Noir. Concentrated flavors of ripe black fruits, flowers and oak show a depth, elegance and length that mark a classic Oregon Pinot Noir. Enjoy now or appreciate this wine as it ages gracefully for the next ten years.

Community Tasting Notes (average 89 pts. and median of 89 pts. in 2 notes)

Rating: 86/100 - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 119 on Oct-98

Rating: 87/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 11/15/98

Rating for United States-Oregon: 83 (slightly worse than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: quite possibly over the hill<br/>