Pale ruby in color, the 2009 Pinot Noir offers black raspberry and warm cranberry notes with nuances of underbrush, anise and cloves. Medium bodied with plenty of dark berry and savory mocha laced flesh, it is well structured with finely grained tannins, and medium-high acid, finishing long with subtle dark chocolate hints. Drink it now to 2015. Tiki is a range of organically produced / “naturally” made wines developed by winemaker Steve Harrop. Maui is the brand’s “second” label.Distributor: Southern Wines and Spirits, Las Vegas, NV

Pale ruby colored, the 2008 Pinot Noir has intense red cherry and raspberry aromas with some black pepper, cinnamon stick and chocolate. The palate gives a good concentration of berry and baking spice flavors, moderately high acid and a low to medium level of silky tannins, finishing long. Drink this one now to 2014. Tiki is a range of organically produced / “naturally” made wines developed by winemaker Steve Harrop. Maui is the brand’s “second” label.Distributor: Southern Wines and Spirits, Las Vegas, NV