Underwood Oregon Pinot Noir

Medium ruby color.
Aromas of black cherry, subtle vanilla.
Dry. Flavors of black cherry, licorice. Medium-Light, smooth tannins.

Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 2/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 5/5

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Pale ruby color.
Aromas of red fruit.
Dry. Flavors of red cherry, raspberry. Light and fresh.

Intensity: 3/5
Complexity: 1/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5

The Oregon Pinot Noir I’ve been looking for…mostly. Label claims cherry, black currant, and forest floor. I’m happy to say it’s well-balanced in those areas. It has the earthiness that Firesteed was missing, yet I could use a little more and it still has a lighter body that keeps it from perfection. Not sure one can expect more body from Pinot Noir these days, at least coming from certain regions. Great balance and fruit aroma to the nose as well, no harsh acidity or spice.

Pale ruby color.
Aromas of fresh ripe cherry, red delicious,
Dry. Flavors of fresh cherry, hint of spice, clove. Light tannins, bright acidity. Very fresh!

Complexity: 2/5
Intensity: 4/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5

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