WillaKenzie Estate Kiana Pinot Noir 2007

The bouquet begins with a hint of violets and darker fruits, including boysenberry, sugarplum and blueberry, which evolve into subtle yet pleasant notes of toast and earthy dust. There's a beautiful balance to this wine with bright acidity, upfront sweetness, and soft, round tannins that add viscosity and creaminess to the rich mouthfeel. Flavors of red fruit begin with dark cherries and cranberries, then give way to darker fruits of blueberry and blackberry, followed by a fusion of toast, dark chocolate and coffee. The tannins are pronounced, and well integrated, leading into the dusty yet elegant finish, which lingers with a lovely trace of anise. This wine will improve in the cellar for 1 to 2 years and age well for 7 to 10 years from its release date. Enjoy with braised pork belly with prunes, chestnut soup blended with foie gras, or simply sip it as an aperitif.