The ruby-colored 1998 Pinot Noir Mt. Jefferson Cuvee exhibits spicy dark cherry aromas. Pleasantly tight and somewhat foursquare, this dark berry, raspberry, and fresh herb-flavored wine will require one to two years of cellaring to fully express itself. Medium-bodied and satiny-textured, it is firmly structured, yet very appealing. Projected maturity: 2002-2007.
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