This bottling from a vineyard in the heart of the Sta. Rita Hills begins with aromas of earthy soils, dried herbs and bright Bing cherries. The palate's dark red, almost boysenberry fruit tones are both crisp and ripe, wrapped in a rocky, earthy tension that's mouthfilling and bright, finishing on a hint of French toast.

The 2016 Pinot Noir Drum Canyon Vineyard, made with 25% whole cluster and aged 16 months in 35% new French oak, is pale to medium ruby and youthfully reticent, very slowly revealing Bing cherries, cranberry, woodsmoke, earth, moss-covered bark, underbrush and wild blackberries. Medium-bodied, it offers intense flavor layers with lots of earthy nuance, a sturdy frame of grainy tannins and seamless freshness, finishing very long. 700 cases produced.

A sanguine red, with notes of cast iron to the dried dark fruit flavors. Features slate, spice and peppery details on the finish. Drink now through 2022. 700 cases made.