2018 Firesteed Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

14.1%, $10.77, screw cap (Total Wine). Cellared and bottled by Firesteed Cellars, Hopland, CA . Grapes grown in Oregon. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Unusual aromas of oiled wood, red candy, balsam and dark red cherry. Light to mid-weight flavors of cherry and raspberry with a noticeable woody note. Easygoing but shallow, with tame tannins and a very modest finish. Score: 85. Reviewed November 12, 2020

Winery: Firesteed Cellars
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