A well-extracted Pinot, with a dark color and relatively full mouthfeel, this is a step up from Matua’s regular Pinot Noir offering. Plum fruit is garnished by vaguely floral notes as well as some vanilla and dried spices. It’s supple and easy on the finish, so there’s no point in waiting to drink this one.——J.C.(11/1/2006)—— 87

Light in color, but don’t let that deceive you. This is a full-flavored wine, with candied cherry and caramel notes in abundance. Supple and easy to drink, although it turns slightly herbal-medicinal on the finish. Imported by Foster’s Wine Estates Americas. ——J.C.(12/1/2005)—— 85