From Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 12/19/19 Issue:  "Pale to medium ruby-purple, the 2017 Pinot Noir South Slope (all dijon clone 777) has a savory nose of toast, dried leaves, pipe tobacco, dried rose petals, amaro and tangerine peel with a core of blackberries and cranberries.  The palate is medium-bodied and silky with fine, grainy tannins and great freshness, finishing long."  92pts

From Antonio Galloni's Vinous.com:  "The 2017 Pinot Noir The South Slope Vineyard offers terrific richness as well as structure.  Freshly cut flowers, hard candy, mint and fresh berry flavors meld in a Pinot laced with striking energy, inner sweetness and complexity.  Silky tannins add character as this creamy, open-knit Pinot shows off its alluring personality."  93pts

1081 cases produced.  Bottled 12/13/18