"This small-quantity selection from within the Charles Vineyard was fermented by native yeast, and neither fined nor filtered. It is quite aromatic, full bodied and moderately fruity, and has a nice rounded mouthfeel, generous red-cherry and spice flavors and good structure from acidity and mild tannins. Tart cherry lingers on the finish."

Dry, herbal and savory, with a mineral-laced mix of dried berry, anise and cedar. Complex finish. Drink now through 2018. 69 cases made. -JL

Smooth, ripe and fleshy, with a spicy wild berry and cranberry mix that's medium-bodied, elegant and easy-drinking. Drink now through 2012. 97 cases made. -JL

Young and fresh now, with candied flavors of cherries, red currants, cola, cocoa, mint and sweet sandalwood, wrapped into a silky texture. The acidity, tannins, fruit and oak need a few years to mesh together, but this should be a pretty wine by 2011. ——S.H.(12/1/2009)—— 90