It is surprising that such a good yet fairly priced Pinot Noir can be made in the New World, where consumers tend to lose any common sense and purchase mediocre, but extravagantly priced Pinots (thanks to the movie Sideways). Cartlidge & Browne's 2006 Pinot Noir is better than many that sell for five times the price. Its medium ruby color is followed by a soft perfume of sweet cherry fruit and a touch of cinnamon. With good size, medium body, excellent purity, and a generous, savory texture, it can be enjoyed over the next 1-2 years. One of the premium purveyors of value-priced California wines (believe me, there are not many that offer high quality at low prices), Cartlidge & Browne continues to provide rewarding and surprisingly tasty drinking.Tel. (707) 552-5199; Fax (707) 552-5745