2006 THE FARM PINOT NOIR
Russian River Valley

Much tighter than the flamboyant 2005 Farm bottling, this one should prove bigger as well, and for the time being its aromas of floral-accented strawberry, dry rose and dried orange peel lag slightly behind its
rich vanilla, smoke and earth notes. It is round, rich and firmly structured on the palate, showing polish and style, but plenty of tannin and strength as well. The finish is long and dense, with emerging cherry, boysenberry, vanilla and earth notes. This
is a very fine and obviously ageworthy bottling, but it may take a year or two to become as forthcoming as last years
version. 250 cases produced.
Don Gillette
Napa Valley Winery Exchange