Intense and vibrant, still young and raw, this presents a firm mix of green apple, spice and citrus-laced flavors that will benefit texturally from some cellar time. Drink now through 2018. 700 cases made. –JL

Rich and showy, but a little too strong in everything, showing flamboyant tropical fruit, caramelized oak, butterscotch and sweet vanilla cream flavors. It’s all quite delicious, but the wine ultimately lacks subtlety and distinction, especially at this price. ——S.H.(9/1/2011)—— 87

A rich, creamy, full-bodied style with ripe peach, nectarine and honeysuckle, cedar and spice. Elegant and polished. Drink now through 2012. 470 cases made. -JL

The winery doesn’t tell us where in this gigantic, multi-county region the grapes came from, but it’s quite a good wine. Firm in citrusy acids, with a mineral undertow, it’s a dry, elegant wine with complex notes of pineapples, buttered toast and creamy lees. Lots of oak, but it’s integrated with the fruit. ——S.H.(3/1/2010)—— 91