Always very apprehensive of almost-10yo PN, but this one held up impressively. Slow and funky at first, then blossoming into vibrant Pinot life.  Classic profile.  And 14-1, which makes it even more shocking. This guy makes great pinot–there is no argument–and keeps it quite inexpensive.

2005 LORING Pinot Noir Clos Pepe SRH Santa Barbara Co. 14.1