Insider Oregon Pinot noirs

We love introducing our customers to small production, incredible value Pinot Noir. Many of these Pinots come from “Insider” wineries that receive very limited national distribution. Others are the entry level wines of Oregon superstar producers. Either way, here is a new batch of remarkable 2005 vintage value Pinots (hint: these will get you excited about the delicious 2005 reserve-level Pinots!).

Et Fille Willamette Valley 2005 $19.75/$21.95
http://www.northwest-wine.com/Et-Fille-Wines.html
Sweet, black cherry and lush red raspberry flavors and scents predominate, with big toasty vanilla in the nose. A pleasing lush, dense, viscous slurper, yet wonderfully balanced. There's a hint of red licorice and vanilla toast on the finish. "Juicy" is the descriptor that keeps coming to mind. Et Fille’s Willamette Valley is a gift to Oregon Pinot lovers. –jy

Territorial Willamette Valley 2005 $16.88/$18.75
http://www.northwest-wine.com/Territorial-vineyards.html
Each vintage, this is one of our best-selling value Pinots. Lovely garnet color, with inviting aromas of red fruit and delicate barrel spice. Super-juicy, sweet red cherry flavors laced with cranberry. Bright and lively acidity makes for a wonderfully food-friendly Pinot. All estate owned and managed fruit into a Pinot that sells for less than $20?! Thanks Territorial. –ml

Bethel Heights Eola-Amity Hills Cuvee 2005 $22.45/$24.95
http://www.northwest-wine.com/bethel-heights-vineyard.html
This may be the most youthfully attractive Bethel Heights Pinot yet! Beautiful aromas of red fruit and warm cinnamon…almost like cutting into a fresh-out-of-the-oven cherry/raspberry pie. Don’t get the wrong idea—it’s not just about yummy fruit. The elegant texture and subtle earthiness dances the Pinot noir waltz with A serious crowd-pleaser from an Oregon wine institution. This wine replaced the Bethel Heights Willamette Valley. –ml

Roots “Crosshairs Cuvee” 2005 $20.66/$22.95
http://www.northwest-wine.com/Roots-Winery.html
Pretty floral aromas and sweet cherry perfume beckon you. Delicate earth hints are wrapped around the elegant, cherry core. Lively and vibrant--set your sights on a case. The only downside of the Roots Pinot noir is that it disappears quickly! Once again, Chris Berg delivers a delicious Pinot under his "Roots" label. The 2005 Crosshairs Cuvee a blend of 25 year-old Pommard Clone Pinot and 5 year-old Dijon Clone 777. –ml

Harmonia Pinot Noir 2005 $19.57/$21.95
http://www.northwest-wine.com/Harmonia-Winery.html
OK, we mentioned this one a couple months ago but the wine is turning corners a developing beautifully. Expressive aromas of berry fruit, roses and sandalwood. The 2005 Harmonia has a juicy, lush mouthfeel with red berry and pie cherry that gives way to hints of milk chocolate and creamy berry. The finish is spicy and remarkably long for a Pinot at this price. –ml

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