Fairly hard and closed at first, with a chemical-smelling edge. It opens to show fruity raspberry flavors and a peppery accent, while the finish is snappy and doesn’t veer much from the primary palate. Kind of lean and sharp, but not a bad effort. ——M.S.(3/1/2010)—— 85

The 2007 Porta Pinot Noir Gran Reserva offers spicy red fruit aromas, sweet fruit, a smooth texture, and some light tannin leading to a slightly gritty finish. Drink it over the next three years. Importer: Great Wines Corp., Miami, FL; Tel: (305) 695-9596

The Porta 2005 Pinot Noir Gran Reserva has an attractive bouquet of violets and wild berries, especially raspberry. There is a modest quantity of restrained, sweet fruit on the palate with varietally correct flavors. Drink this pleasant Pinot Noir over the next 3 years.Importer: Great Wines Corporation USA, Inc; no phone listing available.