2010 Pali Wine Co. “Alphabets” Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

13.5% alc., 1,700 cases, $20. Aged 10 months in 30% new French oak barrels. · Moderately dark reddish-purple color in the glass. Largely devoid of fruit on the nose, displaying aromas of underbrush, straw and woodpile. Medium weight dark red fruit flavors with a grassy, green tomato bent that I do not find appealing and may represent under ripe fruit. Decent at best. Reviewed February 22, 2012

Winery: Pali Wine Co.
From article: Mining the Pinot Bargain Bin: It’s What’s for Dinner