Decayed leaves, touches of black coffee, a little sous-bois and smoke are found On the nose of the 2007 Waimea Estate Pinot Noir. Medium-bodied on the palate, gritty, rustic tannins, dried leaves with a touch of white pepper, game with an off-dry briary, earthy finish. A little rustic but full of charm. Drink now-2012. No known American importer.

Sporting a Savigny-like nose of brambleberries and black cherries, the 2002 Pinot Noir has good focus, a light to medium-bodied character, and dark fruit flavors. Metal shaving-like flavors are found in its finish. Drink it over the next 2-3 years.Importer: American Estates Wines, Summit, NJ; tel. (908) 273-5060