This is a new wine from Longboard. The vineyard is on Westside Road, in the Middle Reach area that is prime Pinot country. But somehow, Merlot loves it. Softly lush and complex, with blackberry, blueberry, cherry, cola and spiced coffee flavors, finishing with new oaky vanillins. Really notable for its balance and harmony.——S.H.(9/1/2007)—— 92