This long-time Pinot Noir player’s standard bottling is appealing, with inviting aromas of cherry, licorice and date-nut bread. The creamy, juicy texture supports black plum, mocha, coffee and molasses flavors. Panelists had different opinions about the finish, some finding it dry and a bit short, others svelte and polished.——W.E.(10/1/2002)—— 89