This is an intriguing and excitingly exotic red, delicately layered and balanced in freshness. It opens in crisp blueberry and orange-zest characteristics seasoned in baking spice and cardamom, finishing with as much elegance as it begins. (VB)

Pale ruby-purple colored, the 2016 Pinot Noir Sea View Ridge slides seductively out of the glass with floral notions of of red roses, lilacs and potpourri with a core of black cherries, black raspberries, underbrush and kirsch plus hints of black tea, wild thyme and unsmoked tobacco. Medium-bodied, fine, refreshing and delicately styled, it has a wonderfully plush frame and long, fragrant finish. (LPB)

Pure and powerfully juicy, with concentrated red plum, currant jelly and dried strawberry flavors that are well-framed by toasty notes. The supple finish offers vibrant minerality. (KM)