2008 Red Label Sonoma County Pinot Noir   The 2008 Red Label is a great expression of Sonoma County Pinot Noir with a focus on Russian River fruit and earthiness. Initially, the nose is deeper and darker than in previous vintages with the earthier side of the Russian River in the forefront and dark fruit following, but with just a little air, the fruit really blossoms and shifts to the red with bright cherry and cherry candy overtaking a background of black cherry and plum. Notes of tobacco and spice with cloves and a hint of white pepper complement the fruit along with sweet floral notes and creamy vanilla. While the acidic balance keeps the palate fresh, there is also an overall velvety quality to the texture which really fleshes out the fruit. As the Red Label opens up further and throughout the finish, strawberry and cola break through, joining the rest of the rich fruit profile, all still enveloped in spice and earthiness. More 588 cases produced     [$30]   2007 Laurelwood Willamette Pinot Noir   Blackberry on the nose of our first Oregon Pinot expands to brooding dark cherry and currant before drifting into tobacco and leather overtones. But the blackberry never leaves, and as it continues through the palate, a slight chalkiness fills out the texture and blends with wood and chocolate shavings. The finish holds hints of oak, cedar, and leather and blends nicely with lasting aromas of brown sugar and violets. More 272 cases produced     [$34]