Pale ruby-purple colored, the 2015 Pinot Noir Ex Vite has a seriously earthy/herbal nose with notes of wild thyme, sage, underbrush and damp soil intermingled with red currants and raspberry leaves plus a waft of lavender. The medium-bodied palate has a generous amount of fruit to match the savory/herbal layers, supported by a firm, chewy frame and finishing long. If you love edgy Pinots, this one’s for you.