This is a punchy Pinot Noir from the get-go. Leather and licorice nuances lift from the glass adding in earthy and black cherry notes on the palate. Shows a little grittiness on the finish, but there is a real load of repeating black cherry and smoke with a long finish. Needs 3 to 5 years to fully reveal, but it's also delicious now. Price: $34.70 - Rating: ****+