Pleasantly perfumed, this red fruit-scented Pinot Noir also shows a fascinating array of smells, from the freshness of youth to the first signs of beneficial advancement with hints of aged balsamic vinegar and fireplace embers. It shows. The fruit flavors wedge into a candied style with watermelon Jolly Rancher and lingonberry syrup commanding the focus. The tannins are supple on the palate but turn noticeably dry on the medium finish. There’s bustling tension to give the wine excellent perkiness today and the ability to continue to age so drink now–2021.

— Published (7/11/2018)