2005 Cycles Gladiator Pinot Noir

Very nice, velvety (haha) with just a touch of dryness. Not overfruited. After our second garden party in a row, this one the farewell to Sir Mark, we drifted down to La Galleria (terrific service) for a repeat dine. The place was almost deserted, and some talented lady on the piano sang her heart out for the bartender. The Gladiator warmed quickly to the Carol King medley, "looking out on the mornin' rain".