The vineyard is in the tenderloin of the Edna Valley. The wine is tight and acidic now, with a tart, cherryskin sting. But it’s vastly rich and concentrated in raspberries, cola and cherries. Flashy and impressive, it needs a little more complexity to earn a higher score.——S.H.(12/1/2011)—— 89

A very rich, complex Pinot Noir worthy of consideration for a fine cellar. It’s dry, silky and tannic, with massive black cherry, pomegranate, cola and sandalwood flavors, although that just begins to describe everything that’s going on. Feels important, but young. Give it three years. ——S.H.(5/1/2011)—— 93

A bit simple and one-dimensional, with cherry tart, cola, licorice, bacon and sandalwood flavors. Nicely dry and silky, but probably at its best now.——S.H.(12/1/2009)—— 86