This has such ripe red-cherry pinot fruit aromas, as well as forest wood and a swathe of deep-set spices. The palate carries such plush red and dark-cherry flavors in a long, fresh and energetic mode. Commanding pinot with such impressive poise. Drink or hold.

Shimmering ruby-red. Ripe red and blue fruit, lavender and exotic spice scents take on smoky mineral, licorice and cola nuances with air. Sappy and energetic on the palate, offering juicy boysenberry, cherry pie, cola and allspice flavors supported by a core of juicy acidity. The spice and floral notes repeat emphatically on the long, detailed finish, which is framed by smooth, late-arriving tannins. One-third whole clusters and 40% new French oak. -- Josh Raynolds

Medium ruby, the 2018 Pinot Noir Mineral Springs Ranch has pure scents of blueberries, cranberries, licorice, cured meats and burnt orange peel. The medium-bodied palate is powerful, silky and refreshing, with a flourish of dark spices across the long finish.

The biodynamically farmed grapes bring layered and detailed flavors. Raspberry purée adds intensity to the fruit, with accents of toasted grain and lemon. Some 30% of the ferment included whole clusters, and 40% of the wine was barreled in new French oak. The long, drying finish adds highlights of chamomile tea. PAUL GREGUTT