It fills a need in our domestic red aisle: exceptionally made, fairly priced, varietally correct Pinot Noir. A beauty in the glass, the nose shows baked cherry, spiced rhubarb, and a hint of savory sundried tomato. The taste delivers ripe black cherry, bright pops of raspberry, along with creamy vanilla notes (from the 12 months it spent in oak). I have tasted several vintages of this lovely wine over the years and have never been disappointed. -Noelle Starr