Pale to medium ruby-purple in color, the 2012 Brancott Valley Pinot Noir opens to lifted red and black cherry notes accented by nuances of violets and cinnamon stick. Medium-bodied, it is very pretty and perfumed with a good generosity of red berry flavors, satin textured tannins and a long finish.

Pale to medium ruby-purple in color, the 2009 Brancott Valley Pinot Noir offers kirsch, game and red rose aromas with hints of cinnamon stick and cloves. Medium-bodied with just enough fruit in the mouth, it has a low to medium level of grainy tannins and a long, spicy finish. Drink it now to 2015. Imported by Au Bon Climat Winery, CA

Fermented with wild yeast and aged for 18 months in French barriques, 20% new, the 2008 Brancott Valley Pinot Noir has a deep ruby color and aromas of red plums, black raspberries and black cherries with hints of loam, cinnamon stick and roasted nuts. Medium bodied with crisp acid and grainy tannins, it offers just enough taut fruit in the mouth, finishing long and earthy. Drink it now to 2015. Importer: Au Bon Climat, CA