($28): Despite this wine’s ripeness, the overall impression of this wonderfully balanced wine is one of restrained fruitiness because the tannins lend structure often lacking in California Pinot Noir.  Subtle cherry flavors are only one of the several red fruit flavors than come though.  It’s reminiscent of a premier cru from the Côte de Beaune. 90 Michael Apstein Apr 10, 2007