Sloan - 2012 (750ml) Asti or simply enjoying a glass

or simply enjoying a glass at home

beautifully articulated Pinot

it is impossible not to notice a house style that emphasizes an overt expression of fruit over what might be termed more varietal character

charcoal and graphite

Sloan - 2012 (750ml) Asti or simply enjoying a glassDeep garnet colored with a hint of purple, the 2012 Proprietary Red bursts from the glass with flamboyant red and black cherry preserves, warm cassis, baked plums and blueberry compote scents with touches of Indian spices, fragrant earth, pencil lead and Ceylon tea plus a waft of cedar chest. Built like a skyscraper, the full bodied palate is completely packed with black fruit and savory layers with a very firm, grainy frame and loads of freshness,