An understated Pinot Noir that is self-assured on the midpalate. It has a lovely sense of sinew, providing a chalky tension through the midweight core, which is emphasized further by the streak of cool-climate acidity. This isn't fruit-forward; it's a more savory expression, with high violet notes providing the top line of the score and subtle herb and cedar notes (30% new French oak) bringing up the base. Already starting to drink well, this has the structure to evolve from now to the mid-term.

Intense, with an earthy forest floor note along with a whiff of campfire smoke, showing black cherry, red licorice and cedar notes on the muscular finish. Drink now. 3,500 cases made, 600 cases imported.