2009 Soter Mineral Springs Ranch Willamette Valley Oregon Pinot Noir

14.1% alc., $45. · Moderately light reddish-purple color in the glass. A chameleon in the glass, constantly changing. Various aromas are evident, including ripe plum, blackberry jam, spice, rose petals, and kid glove. Discreetly extracted flavors of black raspberries, black cherries and a hint of strawberries all wrapped in firm, ripe tannins. Silky with pleasing finesse, offering a big lip-smacking finish. Still great two days later from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Reviewed January 12, 2012

Winery: Soter Vineyards
From article: Embarrassment of Riches: Oregon