Delicious, massive, full-bodied, almost heavy, this Pinot needs time. It’s a concentrated, powerful red wine, showing huge flavors of black cherries, blackberries, mocha, Asian spices and toasty oak. Feels firm and muscular, with almost the weight of Syrah, yet delicate and balanced. Better 2011–2013.——S.H.(9/1/2009)—— 93