Country: US
Province: Oregon
Region: Eola-Amity Hills
Variety: Pinot Noir
Winery: Expression 44°
Points: 88
Taster: Paul Gregutt
This bold, expressive Pinot Noir bursts open with spice, herb and leaf then rolls into flavors of vanilla cream and tangy red fruits. The spicy elements wrap into all the other flavors, giving lift and life; this is an exciting wine, though not necessarily one to cellar.