A dry but very rich Pinot Noir, made from the well-known Sierra Madre Vineyard. It’s elaborately layered, offering tiers of dusty spice, cherry pie, red currant, licorice, cola, grilled mushroom and sandalwood flavors. Vigorous enough in tannins to cellar for 5–6 years.——S.H.(10/1/2011)—— 92