from a vineyard in southern oregon that is actually its own, self-contained ava (red hill douglas county), this is a well-structured pinot noir with grip and authority. there is a noticeable smokiness to both nose and palate, not unpleasant, and the fruit is tight and supple. black cherry and blackberry flavors are set in charred wood tannins, but everything is in proportion and nicely developed.
Red Hill Vineyard