2006 Orogeny Green Valley of Rusian River Valley Pinot Noir
14.1% alc.,10,200 cases, $40. Winemaker
for Orogeny is noted cool-climate specialist, Dan Goldfield (also Dutton-Goldfield).
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Mineral-inflected and
crushed berries and cherries with spice. Demure dark red Pinot fruits nicely accented with oak.
Very silky in texture with moderate tannins indicating a bright future. Nice drink.
Reviewed August 4, 2008
Winery: Orogeny Vineyards
From article: Sampling of Pinot Noir under Diageo Ownership