Medium-deep ruby color; deep earthy and herbal cherry aromas; forward, complex herbal cherry flavors with forest floor notes; some oak; good structure and balance; long finish. Deep, earthy, herbal Pinot that’s ready for some age.

The 2012 Pinot Noir Freestone Vineyards offers up beautiful aromas of red stone fruits, crushed rocks, plums, black cherries and a floral component reminiscent of a premier cru or grand cru offering from Chambolle-Musigny. Medium to full-bodied with great acidity, purity, freshness and nobility, it should evolve and add layers of complexity over the next decade. 91+ - Robert M. Parker, Jr.

There is a trace of menthol to the notably ripe aromas of essence of black cherry and plum scents. The medium-bodied and solidly well-concentrated flavors possess a lush and very round mouth feel before terminating in a dusty and generously proportioned finish. The supporting tannins are well-integrated and while there isn't great depth at present the underlying material is such that more should develop with a few years of bottle age.