Ruby-red. Ripe cherry and dark berry aromas, with deeper espresso and tobacco notes and a hint of vanilla. Tightly wound cherry and bitter chocolate flavors are supported by a light mineral quality and firm tannins. Finishes with refreshingly bitter cherry skin and pit flavors along with vanilla and roasted coffee notes. Youthfully backward but there's impressive material here.

Rating: 87/100 - As reviewed by Burghound in Issue 25, Jan 01, 2007

Rating: 87/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 05/31/07

Rating for United States-Oregon: 85 (slightly worse than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: too young, let it sit<br/>