The nose shows very ripe, even a little stewed, cherries. Candied cherries and strawberries, with black pepper and vanilla, come through on the palate. This is a soft, round, crowd-pleasing wine that will satisfy the neophytes. Recommended. 85 points. DBH WHO: Prophecy Wines WHAT: Pinot Noir WHEN: 2015 WHERE: California HOW MUCH: