2012 vintage note
Tanzer 91 Points: Dark red. Fresh cherry and black raspberry aromas are complicated by Indian spices, fresh lavender and cola. Fleshy and appealingly sweet on the palate, with cherry and dark berry flavors enlivened by slow-building florality. Finishes smooth and long, with lingering spiciness and very good breadth.
Wall Street Journal: Proprietor Tony Soter gave up the Napa Valley big time for the viticultural challange of Oregon Pinot Noir. He makes several different lines of wines, including the North Valley, which is produced in a partnership between Soter winemaker James Cahill and local growers. This is a lively, uncomplicated and delicious Pinot.