About the Wine: Oregon is one of the best, some would say the best region in America for growing Pinot Noir. The climate is nearly ideal for the grape and the soil is so good that some French producers prefer it the more prestigious Burgundian earth.
About THIS Wine: The color is light in the glass, almost like a blush wine. Pinot Noir is not supposed to be very dark but the lightness of this wine was discouraging. The nose had strong hints of both smoke and cedar. Red fruit is light on the palate and vanishes quickly, leaving no finish to speak of.
Drinking This Wine: It could be a good sipping wine for someone who prefers something light and mild. It would also pair well with unseasoned or very lightly seasoned white meat. Alternatively, the mild taste might make a nice counterpoint to spicy Thai, Indian, or Mexican food.
Overall Impression: I'm not impressed. Even lighter wines can have depth, complexity, and character. This has none of them. I would not be overly impressed with it at ten dollars a bottle, let alone nineteen. It is mediocre and badly overpriced.
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