The joy begins when you just look at the wine in the glass—it's a coppery cherry hue. It's scented with cherry blossoms, and cherry fruit flavors pop up throughout. The bead is fine and persistent, and the tastes linger generously through the finish. This should age nicely over the next decade, but it's already drinking well. The blend is 84% Pinot Noir and 16% Chardonnay sourced from the Mineral Springs Ranch estate. - PAUL GREGUTT