Tasted two weeks after its bottling, the 2002 Pinot Noir Seven Springs Vineyard is another in a line of majestic wines Vlossak has crafted from one of Oregon’s finest properties (sadly, its dynamic owner and manager, Joni Weatherspoon, passed away this year). Medium to dark ruby-colored and revealing awesomely complex aromas of violets, roses, cinnamon, dark cherries, and cloves, this medium to full-bodied wine is concentrated, well-structured, and profound. Its elegant personality is redolent with blackberries, dark cherries, a myriad of flowers, herbs, and notes of briery fruits. In addition, this beauty reveals a prolonged, fruit-packed finish. Experience has taught me that Vlossak’s wines from this vineyard evolve magnificently. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2016. Tel. (503) 378-1526 www.stinnocentwine.com