The 2010 Pinot Noir Ferrington Vineyard is soft, supple and pretty. Sweet dark cherries, cloves, new leather and mint all wrap around the juicy, mid-weight finish. Although not especially complex, the 2010 is highly attractive. It should continue to drink nicely for at least a few years, although I don’t see it materially improving over time. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2016. This is a solid set of wines from Arista. Count me among those very interested to see what newly-arrived winemaker Matt Courtney, formerly of Marcassin, will add to the mix over the coming years.Tel. (707) 473-0606

Here’s a wine that will appeal to some Pinot lovers but will leave others cold. It’s not opulent, but elegant, a subtle, very dry, high acid wine that’s either thin or complex, depending on your point of view. For me, the cola, sour cherry and minty flavors are too light.——S.H.(2/1/2007)—— 84

A tight, young Pinot, currently dominated by toasty oak aromas. It?s dry and complex, with a me?nge of cranberry, cherry, cola, blackberry and oaky, wood-spice flavors that are deep and satisfying. In its structure and balance, it?s the most classic of Arista?s four Pinots. Drink now through 2007. ——S.H.(2/1/2006)—— 94