Ripe cherries and sweet oak are teamed together here, and, if the wine is a little hot and ripe-leaning, it is also fairly well-filled in the fruity basics. We like its focus and depth and expect that a little aging will go a long way in smoothing its edges, and its recommendation comes with the small caveat that it be given a year or two of patience.

Bright red. Strawberry, raspberry and potpourri on the nose. Fleshy red and dark berry flavors are complemented by Asian spices and smoky minerals, with good back-end clarity and suppleness. Finishes with echoing red fruits, candied flowers and lingering sweetness. This round, supple wine is delicious now.

Community Tasting Notes (average 89.5 pts. and median of 90 pts. in 23 notes)

Rating for United States-California: 90 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: unpredictable<br/>

Great Pinot, a little heaty at first but a smooth, delicious bottle of vino.