Made by Allan Scott from the new acquisition of vines in Cromwell in Central Otago, the 2008 Scott Base Smoking Gun Pinot Noir has a ripe raspberry, mulberry tinged nose that could do with a little more clarity. The palate is medium-bodied, slightly brusque tannins, edgy red-berried fruit, strawberry and Morello cherry, fresh acidity although lacking a little weight towards the finish. It offers pleasant early drinking.Importer: Uniqco Inc., Huntsville, AL; tel. (256) 534-6758