Seriously endowed is the dark ruby-hued 2005 Pinot Noir Sonatera Vineyard. Aromas of forest floor, raspberries, cherries, and spice are followed by a wine with a medium-bodied palate, good underlying acidity, light to moderate tannin, and attractive freshness. It should drink well for 4-5 years. Tel. (707) 578-3882; Fax (707) 578-3884

Set aside any notions you still have that Sonoma Coast is some kind of cold appellation. Large tracts of it are not, and this wine, which comes from a cool vintage, proves it. Few Pinots could be richer in cherry pie, raspberry puree, chocolate cream and spicy gingerbread cookie flavors that can only come from heat. That said, the wine, delicious as it is, is kind of one-dimensional. ——S.H.(5/1/2007)—— 87