This very young wine possesses an immensely layered profile, so expect lots of exciting evolution in the years to come. Dense aromas of bay leaf, wild mint, damp peppercorns and yerba santa relay the stem inclusion on the nose. Tense, angular tannins frame the palate, where muddled elderberry and plum flavors play against the intense herbaceousness. Drink 2025–2040. MATT KETTMANN

Alluring, with singed black tea and sandalwood nuances leading off, followed by a core of red and black cherry fruit flavors that bristle with coiled-up energy, while tobacco, warm earth and savory notes infuse the finish. Reveals a nice buried iron edge, too. This needs some cellaring to fully unwind. Best from 2025 through 2035. 662 cases made.

The 2021 Pinot Noir Memorious is dark, fleshy and super-expressive, within the context of this generally brighter, leaner vintage. As always, there's quite a bit of stem influence, but those savory notes are beautifully woven into the fruit. Clay rich soils add notable depth, while west-facing exposure conveys energy. That dualism makes for a compelling Pinot endowed with brooding dark fruit and notable textural intensity. -- Antonio Galloni