2006 De La Montanya Reserve Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

14.2% alc., 48 cases, $50. · This is truly a reserve wine in every sense of the word. The nose is richer, more darkly fruited and beautifully enhanced by oak notes of char and vanilla (50% new oak here). Very plush on the palate with black cherry, cassis, plum, dark chocolate and vanilla flavors. There is admirable complexity here and plenty to contemplate. The tannins are fine-grained and the finish lingers on and on. Give this wine a year or two while you drink the others in the lineup and you will be suitably rewarded. Reviewed May 26, 2008

Winery: De La Montanya Estate Vineyards and Winery
From article: 2006 DLM Pinots Rock!