I recently tasted the 2006 Start Your Own Winery Pinot Noir. Typical of the vintage it had nice lush forward fruit. The aromas were rich in Bing cherries and winter spices like cloves and cinnamon. What I really liked it about it though was the mouth-watering finish. The acidity was persistent, balanced and really carried all the way through to the end, leaving me thirsty for more.
The verdict is still out on the 2007 Pinot Noir, but at this point I’d have to say it is probably going to be more of a leaner style, more reminiscent of the classic Oregon vintages like 1999 or 2001. Don’t hold me to that though. I think we won’t really know what the vintage will bring for a while.
Stay tuned for future tastings!
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