Gorgeous and immaculate. Showcases Russian River/Sonoma Coast Pinot at its finest, with superb acidity, ultra-refined tannins and flavors of grilled blackberries, cherry pie filling, cola, crushed black pepper, cinnamon, anise and smoky, caramelized sandalwood. As rich as it is, there’s an elusive quality, with hints of wild game and undefineable forest floor. Beautiful now and through 2015.——S.H.(12/15/2009)—— 96