Winemaker Note

A brooding and intense wine. The aromas begin with notes of black cherry, tuberose and fig, then a myriad of savory spices, and a hint of jasmine. Firm, mature tannins—evidence of Ten’s ageability—are followed by a long, velvety finish.

98 James Suckling

Intense aromas of iron and metal shavings with sliced strawberries as well as lemon peel. Full-bodied with linear and layered tannins that are tight and very fine. The structure and length of this wine is really impressive and beautiful. This will age for decades. (5/2023)

95 Decanter

The 2019 Ten is floral, richly layered and balanced between light and dark aromatics. Dusty cherries, plums, Indian spices, dried herbs. Medium-bodied with sinewy tannins, compact red and black fruits, smoky clove, cedar, and tangy blood orange acidity ...tart, tart fruit on the finish. Herbs, cedar, mocha and mineral. (JC) (4/2023)

94 Vinous

The 2019 Pinot Noir Ten is bright, punchy and super-expressive. It shows a bit more depth and textural resonance than the Southing. Sweet red cherry fruit blood orange, plum and spice flesh nicely with a bit of time. There's plenty of energy and persistence to support a number of years of fine drinking. (AG) 94+ (8/2022)