Pike Road, Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir, Yamhill-Carlton

Good Oregon Pinot for $20.

Very good. 1st time having. A very well balanced Pinot that isn’t too earthy or fruity. Had with a grilled rack of lamb and held nicely. As other have mentioned, the finish def lingers is a nice way. Solid QPR here at $42. Would recommend and buy more myself.

Unscrew and pour. Dark cherry, orange, baking spice, cinnamon, some vanilla notes from oak. Ripe, sweeter fruit, but it has good acidity to balance and elegant tannins, so it doesn't come across as fat or overdone. Medium body, medium acidity. Drinks well now, but clearly this is something that will benefit from some cellar time. For my tastes, it'll be best between 2025 and 2030+. At $31 full retail, it's a really great value for a single vineyard wine.