2008 Black Kite Stony Terrace Block Anderson Valley Pinot Noir

14.8% alc., pH 3.60, 148 cases, $52. Released in the spring of 2010. Aged 11 months in oak. Winemaker Jeff Gaffner. · Moderately deep reddish-purple color in the glass. Aromas of black cherries, smoke and ash. Very pretty black raspberry and cherry fruit overshadowed by ash. Discreetly rich with fine grain tannins and a hint of heat on the finish. Some may find this wine to their liking if they prefer heavily toasted oak. Decent but hard to tout at this price. Reviewed June 8, 2010

Winery: Black Kite Cellars
From article: Anderson Noir Valley Pinot Festival: After the Smoke Clears