Tasting Notes for 2005 Pinot Noir - Oregon

Jigsaw

Retails at $15

3 Wine Guys Rating

Grade: B

Aroma:  Cherry Rhubarb, Cinnamon, "Dusty"

Taste:  Cherry, Raspberry, Oak, Mint

Body:  Medium

Finish:  Cocoa, Woody

Retails at $20 to $25

3 Wine Guys Rating

Grade: B+/A-

Aroma:  Candied Cherries, Raspberry

Taste:  Rhone-like, Kirsch, Raspberry, Vanilla

Body:  Lush Textured, Crisp but Rich

Finish:  Vanilla, Cocoa Powder

Retails at $40

3 Wine Guys Rating

Grade: B+/A-

Aroma:  Floral, Blue & Blackberries

Taste:  Dark Fruit, Vanilla, Cinnamon

Body:  Firm and Smooth Tannins, Crisp-Slight Acidity

Finish:  Slow fade of flavors.

Retails at $45 to $50

3 Wine Guys Rating

Grade: B+

Aroma:  Earthy (Not Barnyard), Mushroom, Cherry

Taste:  Cherry, Spice, Raspberry and a dash of Coffee

Body:  Medium

Finish:  Balanced, Seamless Fruit Fade