Rhys Vineyards Pinot Noir Alpine Hillside - 2006 (750ml)

94 points Robert Parker

The top current release of Pinot Noir is undoubtedly the Rhys 2006 Pinot Noir Alpine Hillside (200 cases). An impressive array of black raspberries, blueberries, violets, and crushed rocks soar from the glass of this dark ruby-colored wine. Structured, with moderate tannin, crisp, zesty acidity, and gorgeous purity, this is a sensational Pinot Noir that should evolve for at least a decade or more.. Rhys Vineyards produces very ambitious wines from vines planted in specific sites in the Santa Cruz Mountains.