The 2007 Reserve Pinot Noir has a ripe plumy nose with a touch of damson and violets. Moderate definition. Soft entry, lush tannins, but it lacks some finesse and definition. Again, trying too hard to impress, expends too much effort. Villa Maria continues to serve as the great ambassadors to New Zealand wine, appealing to both supermarket consumers and connoisseurs. Importer: Vineyard Brands Inc., Birmingham, AL; (205) 980-8802