The 2006 Pinot Noir Schindler Vineyard is sourced from a biodynamically farmed site. Medium ruby-colored with an expressive bouquet, on the palate it borders on opulence with gobs of ripe fruit, excellent balance, and a pure finish. Give it 2-3 years of additional bottle age and drink it from 2010 to 2018. Sineann’s major domo is Peter Rosback whose first vintage was 1995. The winery currently produces 13,000 cases from a variety of AVAs.Tel. (503) 341-2698; www.sineann.com

When first opened it is tight and herbal, with the scent of blood. But the subtle hints of rock and spice that underlie the pristine cranberry fruit need some years to unwrap themselves. This new 2006 Schindler comes out swinging, its wild berry fruit laced with earthy, barnyard funk. Tastes like an unbridled mix of fruit and soil, spice and barrel, that adds up to a vibrant, earthy, alive Pinot.——P.G.(2/1/2008)—— 91