An exuberantly fresh nose is comprised by ample spice and floral nuances that add breadth to the ripe red pinot fruit aromas. There is better volume and more obvious power to the decidedly punchy and stony flavors that display very fine length on the robust, compact and moderately austere finale that is decidedly firmer. Like all competent examples of Santenots, this is a wine that's going to require at least moderate patience. ~ (91) Allen Meadows, Burghound 4-10-2025