****1/2 drink now

Staete Landt 'Estate Grown' Pinot Noir 2004
Marlborough $41.55
Sweet plums and smoky notes blow off the nose of the medium-bodied beauty. Expect to be treated to a mélange of fruit flavours in the strawberry, raspberry range. By its nature, Pinot Noir has acidity, but with such powerful fruit characteristics, you barely notice its presence here. Order from Lifford Estates via www.liffordwineagency.com where a handy order form can be accessed. (VH)