The 2009 Pinot Noir Bishops Creek Vineyard raises the bar. Aromas of wood smoke, cinnamon, brown sugar, incense, and assorted red fruits inform the nose of a succulent, supple, impeccably balanced wine that has above average concentration and depth for the vintage. It will provide optimum drinking through 2019. Erath is once again a name to be reckoned with in the Willamette Valley wine scene as the investment by the Chateau Ste. Michelle Wine Group is starting to pay dividends.Tel. (800) 456-6789; www.erath.com