Pinot Noirs in 2007 lost a little of their character due to the hot weather, that is unless you were very careful in the vineyard. Now I haven’t asked Mauro Scarsellone about his vineyard management technique, nor have I consulted with Arthur Harder about his winemaking practice on this wine, all I know is that together, they did their respective jobs to craft a Pinot with classic nuances. The nose is red fruit dominant with raspberry, cherry and red currant along with some hints of smoke. The palate is a treat of black and sour cherry with wood derived spice and good tannin structure. Price: $25.25 – Rating: ****