Medium-deep ruby color; deep, earthy, cherry aromas with some graphite and toast notes; complex stewed cherry and earthy flavors with some oak and tannin; good structure and balance; long finish. Big, deep Pinot that has a long life ahead of it.

From a cool site, the 2011 Pinot Noir Reed offers a subtle, restrained personality with subtle sassafras, resinous herbs, mint, licorice and sweet kirsch aromas and flavors to go with a medium bodied, lightly textured, and yet classy palate feel. It’s not a heavyweight, yet offers solid complexity and an interesting, lively profile. It should be enjoyed over the coming 4-6 years. - Jeb Dunnuck