2010 Navarro Pinot Noir Deep End Blend Anderson Valley

Vibrant red, translucent. Raspberry, strawberry on the fragrant nose. Delicate and distinctive on the palate, cherry, strawberry, hint of warm spices. Fine tannins, beautiful acidity and balance. Lingering finish. Not fruit forward, but lovely. Becomes plush with air and food. Drink next 4 to 5 years. "A-"

2011 Navarro Pinot Noir Deep End Blend Anderson Valley

Opened and kept in refrigerator overnight. Note taken the next day. Bright, translucent red. Lavender, violets, cherries on the nose. Plush yet precise on the palate, black cherries, spicy notes. Fine tannins, great acidity, good balance. Finishes long, echoing the palate. Lovely. Drink next 3 to 4 years although it may go longer. "A"

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