Pale ruby colored, the 2007 La Strada Pinot Noir gives pronounced cherry and warm raspberry aromas with supporting notes of underbrush, Mediterranean herbs, tar and cassia. Medium to full bodied, there’s plenty of berry and earth flavors on the palate with high acid, a low level of chewy tannins and a long finish that is just a little astringent. Drink it now to 2014. Importer: Empson USA Inc, Alexandria, VA; www.empsonusa.com