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This wine is a feast for the senses, with hints of ripe blueberry, sweet red cherry and toasty oak. There is a slight earthiness that leans more towards sensuality than dirt. The finish lingers with long exotic spices, like sandalwood, clove, and Chinese herbs.

Focused aromas of lemon meringue, ripe cantaloupe, candied lemon zest and a touch of honeysuckle are woven between spicier, earthier elements of fresh baked rye bread, vanilla bean, baked apple, and a chalky minerality. The flavors are complex and subtle, revealing ruby red grapefruit and papaya intertwined with hints of ginger, clove, flint and a touch of white chocolate. There is a pronounced floral lily component from our several Rued clone blocks. The palate is viscous and rich, balanced by a backbone of acidity evident in the lingering finish. As with past bottlings, this wine should have a long life ahead of it. Drink from mid-2005 onwards.

This vintage of our Quail Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir has even more forward perfume than its highly acclaimed 2002 predecessor. There is a striking purity of cool-climate Pinot aromatics here. Notes of crushed ripe raspberry and tart pie cherry come immediately to mind with complex floral overtones weaving in and out of the nose as this wine opens up in the glass. Subtle accents of a coriander-like spice and toasty oak round out the profile. Flavors are juicy, yet not overripe in any way, with an uncommon minerality this year. Elegant, balanced extraction, and crisp acidity give weight and length without heaviness. Overall, a classic expression of our home estate and our distinctive area within the Russian River Valley. This wine will drink wonderfully upon release in the Fall of 2005 and, like previous vintages, will continue to improve with further bottle age. We expect a graceful and rewarding evolution over the next 5-10 years.

While philosophically related to the 2003 Russian River Valley bottling, the 2004 shows a marked increase in complexity and richness. Pure high-toned notes of pear blossom, Fuji apple and lemon curd are evident in the aromas, overlaying hints of anise, nutmeg, wet stone and pencil shavings. Oak is present but restrained, serving its proper supporting role. These flavors are reinforced on the palate, where white peach and apricot are at the forefront, complemented by hazelnut and a hint of toasted brioche. The long, delicate finish is fruit-driven with a hint of spice. The medium body and slightly creamy texture provide a nice counterpoint to the bright acidity. Drink now through 2007.

The light garnet hue is a first indication that this is not a big, over-the-top California Pinot Noir. The aromas really jump out of the glass—blackberries, cola, just-ripe plums and rose hips are framed by earthy notes of green tea, gunpowder and grilled asparagus. On the palate, pretty perfumed notes of sarsaparilla, strawberry jam, cardamom and lavender are really pushed out in front by the wine’s bright acidity, medium body and slightly earthy summer truffle low notes. The purity of perfume and fruit notes carries through the lingering finish, with a subtle toastiness in the background. This wine is meant to be accessible upon release, and should continue to improve through at least 2008.

Lynmar Vin Gris is meant to embody the spirit of summer. It is the perfect companion for a long, leisurely lunch, picnic or any activity by the water. Always finished dry, it can go with almost anything or simply nothing at all.