Black cherries and dark berries are intermingled in the aromatics of the medium to dark ruby-colored, medium-bodied 1999 Pinot Noir. This well-structured, satin-textured wine offers lush layers of red berries and blackberries in its delightful personality. Drink it over the next 5 years. Tel. (503) 864-2700

Even in ripe, jammy vintages such as 1998, Domaine Drouhin keeps a sleek, polished profile. In 1999, everyone made tight, lean wines, and this one takes that ageworthy style to an extra dimension. Clear and bright, young and hard, it suggests rather than showcases layers of mineral, earth and red fruit. Firm and elegant, but give it lots of cellar time. ——P.G.(12/31/2001)—— 90