(a blend of 5 different Willamette Valley vineyards that produced 1500 cases bottled at 13.8%; $60) The expressive and ripe nose blends both upper and lower register aromas of high-toned red berry fruit with lower register notes of earth, briar and underbrush that the elegant and pure medium-bodied flavors display as well before culminating in a rich, enveloping and solidly balanced finish. This is lovely and should develop well over the next 3 to 5 years.

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($60) Deep, bright red. Intense aromas of dark berries, smoky Indian spices and cola are brightened by a suave mineral quality. Fleshy, deeply concentrated cherry and black raspberry preserve flavors coat the palate, with supple tannins providing shape. Rich but lively, with excellent finishing clarity and lingering berry and smoke notes. This is drinking very well right now.

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The 2006 Pinot Noir Reserve is dark ruby-colored with an alluring perfume of pain grille, spice box, black cherry, and black raspberry. This is followed by a generous, full-bodied wine with mouth-coating fruit, a velvety texture, layers of flavor, and enough structure to evolve for 2-3 years. The rich, persistent finish goes on for nearly one minute.

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Velvety, harmonious and beautifully focused to show off its plum and currant flavors, delicately shaded with hints of cream, clove and coffee. This just keeps sailing on the finish.

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Shows warm black raspberry, root bark and allspice nose. The palate is luxuriosly smooth and delicate with beautiful focus. The wine was open for over three hours. Outstanding texture and finesse Continues in the style of the legendary Ponzi Pinot Noir.

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