90 PTS WINE & SPIRITS. The '09 Cuvaison Pinot Noir has lush scents of kirsch that emerge from the initial dark & juicy flavors; this is sleek & soft, its tannins layering mineral detail over velvet.

Chewy and big, yet behaving well, the '99 Cuvasion Merlot offers lots of very pretty ripe cherry aromas and flavors; pair this wine with a tender cut of prime rib with a merlot reduction sauce.