Jan 28th 2011: Oregon Pinot Noir
OREGON PINOT NOIR TASTING
Here tis’, our first Oregon Pinot Noir tasting of 2011. When I first got back from Hawaii I was so laid back and out of touch I was thinking, “Uh, what the heck am I going to pour for this one.” But, as I’ve come down and back to reality this thing has shaped up very nicely, indeed. Going in to this week I had a few ideas and then my reps and local wineries came through big time on my “rep day”, Wednesday. So, we’ve got some wonderful new Pinots for you to taste and discuss and I guarantee you that if you’re a Pinot fan you will be very pleased to be here! And we’ll be pleased to have you.
THE LINEUP
09 Idealist Wine Company, Pinot Noir “Diplomat” $20
A new “little guy” from the Owen Roe Winery. Man, Davey has some
stable going over there between these guys and Fausse Piste!!!
08 Stoller, Pinot Noir “JV Estate” $21
The is the entry level for the former turkey farm and still, all estate
fruit. Delish, this will go up to the mid $20’s next month!
08 Lenne Estate, Pinot Noir “Le Nez” $28
Can’t believe we haven’t poured our good friend Steve’s wine yet! Big
Scores.
08 Belle Pente, Pinot Noir “Murto Vineyard” $33
Brian released this a bit early for our tasting.
08 J. K. Carriere, Pinot Noir $40
A great 08. This needs to be tasted!
PREMIUM POUR ($5)
08 DePonte, Pinot Noir “Estate” $55
One of my absolute favorite 08’s!



