The 2009 Pinot Noir Calkins Lane displays darker fruit, plenty of spice notes, lively acidity, and a racy personality. This savory, medium-long Pinot will provide enjoyment over the next 6-7 years. Adelsheim has produced a solid set of 2009 Pinot Noirs. Tel. (503) 538-3652; www.adelsheim.com

A whiff of pretty floral scents graces the opening of this wine, which then turns tight and somewhat liquorous. The barrel influence dominates at the moment, but given the youth of the wine those barrel accents should wane with further bottle age, and bring out more of the fruit. ——P.G.(12/1/2011)—— 89