A very good, impressively concentrated Pinot Noir, with flashy, ripe cherry, blackberry and currant flavors. It’s a little too robust right now, with an almost rustic mouthfeel, but could develop bottle complexity over the years. ——S.H.(2/1/2012)—— 89

One of the best Vista Verde Pinots ever from Williams Selyem. Ripe and delicious, with cherry, raspberry and sandalwood flavors, and a tang of minerals and flowers that come from the vineyard. Feels a little awkward now, so give it 5–6 years in the cellar.——S.H.(2/1/2011)—— 92

The 2007 Pinot Noir Vista Verde Vineyard exhibits a medium dark ruby color along with a tight but promising nose of red currants, pomegranates, spice, and earth, medium body, fresh acids, and a compact, pleasant, straightforward style. Drink it over the next 7-8 years. The single vineyard Pinot Noirs are made from a wide range of California vineyards, primarily in the north, with Russian River and Sonoma Coast dominating, but there is also an Anderson Valley site (Ferrington), San Benito site (Vista Verde), and Yorkville Highlands (Weir). The Chardonnays are nearly as powerful as the Zinfandels in terms of alcohol strength, ranging from 14.5% to 14.8%.Tel. (707) 433-6425; Fax (707) 433-6546