Still a bit awkward, this young wines has fruit flavors that seem to be hanging between fermentation flavors of banana and green apple, and a more oak-driven toasty/buttery character. At this point it needs more time to see if it will ultimately knit together.——P.G.(4/1/2006)—— 85

Winemaker Mike Conway has been using fruit from the same vineyards since 1982, his first vintage. He believes in letting the fruit speak for itself, and it does. This is ripe and delightful, mixing flavors of pineapple and tart tangerine. There’s a finishing hint of spice from gently applied oak, and the finish is crisp and refreshing. 11,000 cases produced.——P.G.(12/31/2003)—— 88