2001 Marcassin "Marcassin Vineyard" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir Young and wild red fruits

Young and wild red fruits with the trademark peppery edge

We'll see what the future brings--it won't be an unqualified success for Soalheiro if it does not hold well for a decade or much more--but I don't think there will be any problem here in that regard

those mixed blacks (76 percent Zinfandel) produced a bright

and should age for 15+

The malo occurred in large French oak casks and the wine was then aged in French oak barriques

2001 Marcassin "Marcassin Vineyard" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir Young and wild red fruitsIncredible richness, density and concentration, with a tight backbone. The core black cherry, wild berry and raspberry are ripe and effusive, with hints of rose petal and cranberry, and touches of hazelnut and nutmeg. The finish sails on, returning to the rich flavor themes that are woven together in a tight yet seamless and persistent manner.