"Rich, with touches of gamy smoke and creosote over the dark berry flavors. Somewhat muddled but also complex, ending with a dash of licorice. Drink now through 2020. 150 cases made. –JL" - Wine Spectator (Web Only 2014), 88 pts
"Presents the savory side of Pinot, with a cola-sassafras mix amid the dried herb, red berry, loamy earth and cedar flavors, ending with a twist of licorice. Drink now through 2021. 150 cases made. –JL" - Wine Spectator (Web Only 2014), 88 pts
"Rich and intense, marked by a strong showing of licorice, sassafras, blackberry and wilted rose. The sustained core flavors are deep and persistent. Drink now. 125 cases made. –JL" - Wine Spectator (May 2016), 90 pts