2021 "Stand by Me" Pinot Noir
Drum Canyon Vineyard, 97 points
"The most fragrant and exuberant wine in the lineup, the 2021 "Stand by Me" opens with complex aromas of blueberry compote, black cherry, and jasmine. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and silky, with bright acidity and gentle tannins. The finish is long and complex, with a hint of minerality that adds depth and dimension. Reminiscent of Vosne-Romanée, Stand by Me has a perfect balance of weight, structure, elegance, and longevity." - Paul Lato
"Darker cherries, black tea, leafy herbs, and sweet spice ... terrific underlying sense of minerality, a focused, elegant mouthfeel, and a great finish ...an age-worthy, nicely structured, balanced style..." - 97 points, Jeb Dunnuck
"...eager to please notes of black raspberries, black cherries, and pomegranate, ... palate is packed with expressive black berry flavors and earthy accents, ...fine-grained tannins and well-knit freshness..." - 95 points, Wine Independent (Lisa Perrotti-Briown MW)