2011 Love and Squalor Pinot Noir Williamette Valley

This small production Oregon pinot runs about $22/bottle. It's a prime example of why I am such a fan of Oregon pinot in general. There are so many excellent wines coming out of the Williamette Valley area, from producers both large and small. This particular wine is light bodied and ready to drink now. It has such a fresh and luscious aroma of cherries with a touch of strawberrry. Light on the palette and totally delicious, with more ripe cherry and some spice notes on the finish. It was excellent paired with mushroom risotto.