How to Buy New World Pinot Noir Without Getting Burned

Pinot Noir is the most producer-dependent grape in the world — more than almost any other variety, the same fruit in different hands produces completely different results. Saturday's practical episode covers the key questions to ask before buying: the clone question and why it matters, how to read oak influence on a label, the vintages worth seeking in each region, value picks at every price point, and the sommelier script that gets you exactly what you want.