2007 MERRY EDWARDS FLAX VINEYARD
PINOT NOIR

  91 Points
"Lively, still nascent aromas of black cherry and wild flowers are enhanced by background notes of creamy oak and lightly spicy notes. Full and finely balanced on the palate with acidity that adds a bracing note to its flavors, this one joins its peers in offering fine promise for future beauty."
Connoisseurs' Guide to California Wine, June 2010

90 points
"Medium-bodied with ripe black raspberry flavors. Finish shows very nice length for a Pinot."
KensWineGuide.com, May 7, 2010

92 points
Wine Enthusiast, March 2010

90 points
"Firm and pleasantly earthy, with mineral, dried currant and berry flavors that are loamy, tight, complex and savory ... with a tobacco leaf edge."
James Laube - Wine Spectator, March 1, 2010

Wine of the Week
"A pinot that resembles blackberry pie. It has depth and concentrated flavors. Notes of raspberry, herbs and spice. Lush."
The Press Democrat, Feb. 22, 2010

88 points
"Toasty, ripe dark cherry fruit aroma with notes of clove and spice box ... herbal, lean, red berry fruit flavors ... Highly recommended."
California Grapevine, Feb.-March 2010

9 / 10 points
"Medium garnet in the glass, this wine smells appealingly of raspberry and hints of green herbs. In the mouth it is a beautiful concoction of tart cherry and raspberry flavors, underscored by light tannins that stretch nicely into a long finish."
Alder Yarrow - vinography.com, March 24, 2009