Oregon is noted for fine Pinot Noir wines, but this wine offers amazing value as well as high quality. It shows a delicious combination of ripe black cherry, raspberry, and plum fruits backed by hints of lilac and allspice. The flavors are ripe with pure raspberry, black cherry and strawberry fruits enhanced by a creamy texture, a hint of dried leaves and lively spices at the finish. It shows a quality level usually found only in wines costing twice as much. Enjoyable now, it can age well for another 5 to 7 years.
Portlandia Vintners, Willamette Valley (Oregon) Pinot Noir 2020
By Wayne Belding