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This is the second year of "significant" production from our young estate vineyard as the blocks planted in 1998 come into production. Prior to 2000, we yielded a mere barrel per year of Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (from the original 1994 planting). The second vintage (1998) met with considerable critical acclaim, and was included on the Wine Spectator's list of the best domestic Pinot Noirs of all time. This 2001 version is a barrel selection from the best lots from what we believe to be the best sections of the vineyard. The wine was debuted to rave reviews at the Int'l Pinot Noir Celebration this summer, and is probably the most approachable version of this well structured wine that we've crafted so far. This is truly the "dark side" of Pinot Noir, with black currant, wild black cherry, and black plum flavors and aromas, accented by spice, licorice, and mocha. It is the biggest, boldest, most intense Pinot Noir in our line-up, and although it is very enjoyable now, we recommend holding it for at least another year or two.
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