"Clean and bold aromas of black cherry and toasty baking spices are comfortingly rich on the nose of this appellation cuvée. The black cherry core holds on the palate, where chai spice and potting soil earthiness add balance." —Wine Enthusiast

"A racy beam of acidity runs through raspberries, cranberries and red cherries. That mouthwatering fruit is wrapped up in anise, grilled sage and tilled earth. Balanced, rich and full of life. Drink or hold." —James Suckling

"The 2023 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands) is a good bit lighter and brighter than last year, unsurprising given the conditions of this long, cool growing season. Layers of rose petal, sweet black cherry, asphalt, crushed rocks and blood orange unfurl in a nicely focused, elegant wine with sweet tannins and a sexy finish." —Vinous