The 2006 Pinot Noir Anden Vintage Special Selection ( a barrel selection of the top 1% of the wine in the cellar) adds earth and mineral notes to the mix along with greater density, opulence, and a super-long black fruit finish. It should provide superb drinking from 2012 to 2021. Mark Vlossak, partner/winemaker of St. Innocent Winery, was in a pleasant mood when I saw him in late July of 2008 and why not? He has moved into a splendid new facility where he can take full advantage of his winemaking talents. Furthermore, his 2006 Pinot Noirs are very successful and his 2007s in barrel might be even better.Tel. (503) 378-1526; www.stinnocentwine.com

The 2006 Pinot Noir Anden Vineyard is a powerful wine with layered flavors, an impressive structure, gobs of blue and black fruits, and a very long, fruit-filled close. Give it 2-3 years and drink it from 2010 to 2018. Mark Vlossak, partner/winemaker of St. Innocent Winery, was in a pleasant mood when I saw him in late July of 2008 and why not? He has moved into a splendid new facility where he can take full advantage of his winemaking talents. Furthermore, his 2006 Pinot Noirs are very successful and his 2007s in barrel might be even better. Tel. (503) 378-1526; www.stinnocentwine.com