Although unevolved and grapy, the 2000 Pinot Noir reveals tremendous density, full body, and sweet, chocolatey/black cherry fruit intermixed with earth overtones. This opulent, hedonistic effort should drink well for 7-8 years. Readers seeking a full-flavored, big, meaty, intense, full-bodied Pinot will get a blast from this excellent, possibly outstanding offering from Consilience.Tel. (805) 691-1020

The 1999 Pinot Noir exhibits jammy cherry, plum, and earthy fruit displaying mincemeat-like characteristics. It is full-bodied, ripe, heady, and intense. The wine's chunky personality may be off-putting for some Burgundy purists, but it will provide a mouthful of flavorful Pinot for 8-10 years. Readers seeking a full-flavored, big, meaty, intense, full-bodied Pinot will get a blast from this excellent, possibly outstanding offering from Consilience.Tel. (805) 691-1020