Making a value Pinot Noir is a noble ambition. Making a value Pinot Noir that shines is an accomplishment of the highest order, for most Pinots that fit into this category are light and lifeless. The Meiomi from Belle Glos is anything but, showing layered red fruit aromas, an attractive earthy note and a hint of spice. The only off note is a hint of stemmy astringency on the back end, but not to worry, there’s plenty of upfront fruit and flavor to satisfy even a serious pinotphile.
Belle Glos, Sonoma County-Monterey County-Santa Barbara County (California) Pinot Noir 2008
By Robert Whitley