Subtle yet maturing cherry and raspberry fruit on the nose with a earthy herbal note. Balanced acid and tannins let the fruit express itself well with gentle spice from the wood and short dry fruit finish. A gentle wine, not bad with Atlantic salmon.
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While shopping at Costco, this wine caught my eye because of its Willamette Valley designation in conjunction with its 2012 vintage date. From previous experience, I was aware that it was almost impossible to make bad Pinot from Willamette Valley grapes in 2012. I accordingly puchased the bottle on a whim, wondering if Costco could succeed with Pinot Noir the way that it does with batteries, paper towels, wild salmon, etc. (in terms of value). This wine proved that Costco can deliver a quality Pinot at a ridiculously low price! Medium-to-deep ruby in color, it offers aromas and flavors of Bing cherries, raspberries, coriander and cocoa. Medium-bodied, freshly acidic and without noticeable alcohol (12.8%), it wraps its flavors with light sweet tannins. While it does thin a bit in the middle, the resurrected finish is smooth and medium in length. I would not assume that Costco could replicate such a wine (at the same price) in a lesser vintage, but this 2012 is worthy of a trial. Drink now-2018.
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This was a couple months ago but all I remember is I really enjoyed it. I believe it near impossible to find better Pinot for the price. It seemed to have good concentration for a Oregon Pinot. Cheers to Costco for bringing this QPR to members.
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When served blind the guesses were Burgundy by the nose. This was dark Pinot but with appealing cherry fruit. It was a bit hollow on the finish but it might have been due to the spices in the food. Under $20 this is a good value for Pinot. I went back and purchased 2 more bottles (rare for me).
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9/19/2019 - Wine4Cam Likes this wine: 87 Points
Subtle yet maturing cherry and raspberry fruit on the nose with a earthy herbal note. Balanced acid and tannins let the fruit express itself well with gentle spice from the wood and short dry fruit finish.
A gentle wine, not bad with Atlantic salmon.
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10/1/2016 - pmcnenny wrote: 75 Points
Light body. Drinkable though nothing particularly memorable.
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11/11/2015 - cmmatthews Likes this wine: 90 Points
Classic oregon at a super price
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10/7/2015 - La Cave d'Argent wrote: 88 Points
While shopping at Costco, this wine caught my eye because of its Willamette Valley designation in conjunction with its 2012 vintage date. From previous experience, I was aware that it was almost impossible to make bad Pinot from Willamette Valley grapes in 2012. I accordingly puchased the bottle on a whim, wondering if Costco could succeed with Pinot Noir the way that it does with batteries, paper towels, wild salmon, etc. (in terms of value). This wine proved that Costco can deliver a quality Pinot at a ridiculously low price! Medium-to-deep ruby in color, it offers aromas and flavors of Bing cherries, raspberries, coriander and cocoa. Medium-bodied, freshly acidic and without noticeable alcohol (12.8%), it wraps its flavors with light sweet tannins. While it does thin a bit in the middle, the resurrected finish is smooth and medium in length. I would not assume that Costco could replicate such a wine (at the same price) in a lesser vintage, but this 2012 is worthy of a trial. Drink now-2018.
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9/17/2015 - Swan1 Likes this wine: 90 Points
As has been said: one of the best QPR wines you can buy.
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5/26/2015 - tigerpaw75 Likes this wine: 90 Points
This was a couple months ago but all I remember is I really enjoyed it. I believe it near impossible to find better Pinot for the price. It seemed to have good concentration for a Oregon Pinot. Cheers to Costco for bringing this QPR to members.
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5/26/2015 - timdrex Likes this wine: 90 Points
Very typical of a Wilammette Pinot, with lots of juicy fruit. Great value. I've had many comparable wines at more than twice the price.
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4/17/2015 - cmmatthews Likes this wine: 90 Points
Very nice, classic Oregon pinot at a good price. Pepper, earth, mushrooms, and some tartness.
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4/16/2015 - Winetex Likes this wine: 89 Points
When served blind the guesses were Burgundy by the nose. This was dark Pinot but with appealing cherry fruit. It was a bit hollow on the finish but it might have been due to the spices in the food. Under $20 this is a good value for Pinot. I went back and purchased 2 more bottles (rare for me).
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4/9/2015 - Rob MacKay wrote:
Just a quick note on this first bottle. This is the best $30 Pinot Noir you can drink. Did I mention that it's $15?
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