Rating 87
Style Red
Variety
Vintage 2018
Appellation
Willamette Valley
Oregon
USA
ABV 13.5%
Price $23.00  Buy This Wine
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Reviewed 2021-09-10

Perfect For

Feeling Natural, Host/Hostess Gifting, Wine And Cheese Night

Drink If You Like

Cabernet Franc, Merlot , Pinot Noir

Salem Wine & Co. Pinot Noir 2018 Review

This Pinot smells of very ripe cherries and a slight dose of balsamic. But those characteristics are not on the palate. The mouthfeel has an iron vibe, with a slight effervescence that feels like minute bubbles. It’s kind of balanced but really needs some stinky cheese to balance that almost sour sharpness.

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Salem Wine & Co. Pinot Noir 2018
This Pinot smells of very ripe cherries and a slight dose of balsamic. But those characteristics are not on the palate. The mouthfeel has an iron vibe, with a slight effervescence that feels like minute bubbles. It’s kind of balanced but really needs some stinky cheese to balance that almost sour sharpness.

Reviewed On: 09-10-2021
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POINTS
Salem Wine & Co. Pinot Noir 2018
This Pinot smells of very ripe cherries and a slight dose of balsamic. But those characteristics are not on the palate. The mouthfeel has an iron vibe, with a slight effervescence that feels like minute bubbles. It’s kind of balanced but really needs some stinky cheese to balance that almost sour sharpness.

Reviewed On: 09-10-2021