Deep, dark and impressive, the aromas of this distinctive Pinot are of boysenberry, red plum, cherry liqueur, minerals, black tea, smoke, earth and a panetone-like hint of bready-fruity spice.

92 Points, The Connoisseurs' Series (February 2008): "Intense concentrated yet so full of bright red cherry scents and the engaging smells of wild flowers, creamy oak and even a hint of berries, the aromas accurately presage the young, ibrant flavors that follow with great exuberance on the palate..."

"Worth Waiting For," Don Gillette, The Napa Valley Wine Exchange (Jan, 14, 2008. "This 828 is a one-time bottling, as the fruit will be Estate Bottled by the vineyard owners beginning in 2007. This is too bad, as the wine is brilliant already and is just a puppy...delicious now, it will only get better."

Just 266 cases produced, Hold for several years.

This wine was recently featured in The California Wine Club's wine of the month club.