The 2006 Pinot Noir Boulder Block is medium cherry red with enticing aromas of spice box, rose petal, earth notes, cassis, and black raspberry. Bordering on opulence, this layered, velvety effort has exceptional depth and length. Although it is hard to resist now, it should unfold gracefully over the next 4-6 years and provide pleasure through 2020. Vigneron Doug Tunnell is a relative veteran of the Willamette Valley scene, having planted his first parcel in 1992. His vineyards are certified biodynamic and all of the wines are sourced from estate fruit. In the 2006 vintage, Tunnell produced two outstanding Chardonnays which should not be overlooked.www.brickhousewines.com