Pinot Noir

Spy Valley, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2010

Delicious. This wine has nutmeg, clove and allspice flavors that perfectly frame the ripe, supple wild black cherry and raspberry notes. Comes together on a supple frame, with plenty of staying power on the finish.  $50

Orogeny, Green Valley of the Russian River Valley, California, 2009

Dense and rich, yet also quite earthy, with savory herb, dried currant and berry fruit that’s deep yet fairly tannic.  $50

Castle Rock, Sonoma, California, 2010

A light, silky and inviting red, displaying red berry and spice flavors that float serenely over refined tannins. The finish lingers enticingly.  $32

Lange, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2010

Very smooth with a lovely delivery of polished plum, currant and cranberry.  Notes of cream and herbs and a lingering finish. $46

Benton Lane, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2008

Light and spicy with cinnamon and nutmeg overtones to the red berry and floral flavors.  Lingers gently on the finish. $50

Momo, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2009

A deliciously smooth expression of lively red fruit, warm baking spices, with vanilla notes and mineral accents.  A long harmonious finish.
$42

Duck Pond, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2009

Silky with elegant raspberry, root beer and floral flavors in a delicate frame.  $38

Lemelson Vineyards, Thea’s Selection, Oregon, 2008

This selection features bright, showy raspberry and strawberry aromas with hints of chocolate on the mid-palate and flavors of framboise and plums.  $60

Domaine Drouhin, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2008

Firm in texture, this is chewy with tannins against pleasant blackberry and currant fruit. Tobacco and spice flavors weave through the finish.  $75

Cuvaison, Napa Valley, Carneros, California, 2006

A beautiful pinot noir.  Firm, with rich, spicy plum and black cherry that is nicely structured.  Texture, acidity and tannins are nicely balanced.  $64