2010 Cornish Point Pinot Noir

Medium ruby-purple in color, the 2010 Cornish Point Pinot Noir gives aromas of red plums, red currants and wild cherries with hints of nutmeg, cassia, violets and lavender. Medium-full bodied with a generous amount of ripe cherry and spice flavors, it is well balanced with medium-high acid and silky tannins. The finish is long adding a lingering note of cinnamon toast. Delicious now, it should cellar to 2017. Importer: Wilson Daniels Ltd., St. Helena, CA; www.wilsondaniels.com

Bright, full red. Raspberry preserves, spices and a whiff of mint on the nose. Supple and moderately concentrated, with a slight warmth and a touch of sweetness to the flavors of red berries, spices and menthol. The minty red fruits linger on the finish, which features fine-grained tannins. I wanted a bit more nuance.