Though not yet certified, this estate vineyard is biodynamically farmed. This is the first release from these grapes. A Rhone blend (61% Syrah, 34% Grenache, 5% Mourvedre), it’s aromatically captivating, with a fascinating mix of violets and stones. The wine itself seems carved out of rock, its flavors in bas-relief. Intense raspberry and cassis, white pepper, fine length and crystalline acidity.——P.G.(4/1/2010)—— 94