The power of this Private Stash impresses right away. Aromas of Blackberry and black currant fruits intermingle with baking spices, cinnamon/clove, vanilla, and bergamot exotica. The palate is lush from start to long finish, yet maintains structure and acidity. The tannins are plentiful, and rounded. Feral blackberry and boysenberry fruit are ornamented
with cocoa nibs, candied red apple, chicory, tobacco leaf, and a touch of delicate maple syrup. The power and length of this 2019 sets this wine apart as a “super ager” in your cellar collection.
94 Jeb Dunnuck Coming from the Wits' End Vineyard in the Chehalam Mountains, the 2019 Pinot Noir Private Stash No. 17 takes on a deep jeweled ruby color and is more reserved on opening before revealing spicy aromas of black licorice, pine needles, black cherry, and tea leaf. Structured and full-bodied, it has a weightless feel, with broad tannins and notes of toasted cedar and turned earth on the back palate. I would recommend cellaring this for another couple of years and drinking 2025-2035. 290 cases made.
93 Wine Spectator Structured and focused like a laser, with deep blueberry and cherry flavors that open to dusky spice and black tea, which build tension toward mineral-tinged tannins. Drink now through 2030. 290 cases made.
92 Wine Enthusiast Black cherries and a trace of tart cranberries zip up from the glass with each swirl, followed by violets, star anise and a comforting scent similar to a mug of hot apple cider. The wine's sturdy tannins with a bit of grip support tangy flavors like orange-pekoe tea with a slice of lemon and cherry fruit leather. Enjoy now until 2032.
