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Ripe red berries, incense and candied flowers on the expansive, seductively perfumed nose; a smoky mineral accent adds vivacity. Sappy, alluringly sweet and penetrating on the palate, offering juicy cherry, raspberry and vanilla flavors along with a zesty Asian spice nuance. Fine-grained and seamless in texture, finishing with impressive power, resonating spiciness and smooth tannins.
An attractive and bold pinot with rich cherries framed in cedary and spicy oak to good effect. The palate has a smooth array of fleshy tannins carrying an array of red cherries, plums and raspberries, as well as plenty of creamy oak spices.
...red currants and underbrush on the nose with suggestions of lavender and dried herbs, plus a touch of soil. Soft with nice backbone, there's good depth and length on the palate.