Substantial as well as soft and velvety-textured, the 2005 Pinot Noir Rosella’s Vineyard reveals a medium plum/ruby color, moderate body, sweet tannin, good acidity, and loads of pomegranate, cherry, raspberry, and forest floor notes. Drink this charmer over the next 5-6 years. Tel. (707) 578-3882

Pale in color and sharp in youthful acids, this Pinot needs time to show its stuff. It tastes good now, with rich cola, cherry, herb tea and cinnamon spice flavors, but the parts desperately need time to knit together. Best beyond 2007, for five years or so.——S.H.(8/1/2007)—— 91