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Argyle Reserve Pinot Noir 2006
When I tasted this at Argyle, I bought it as my choice for their best, most affordable Pinot. When I opened that bottle with company, without preface, every one volunteered some comment about how good it was. One non-drinker had a second glass.
Price: $47
Beaux Freres Ribbon Ridge Pinot Noir 2006
The best in the west. A cult classic. Hedonism in a bottle. If you're going to splurge, this is the one.
Price: $100
Benton Lane Pinot Noir 2006
A Pinot with a lot going on in the $20 range. Environmentally friendly, exciting flavors, and good quality for value.
Price: $22
Black Mountain Painted Ridges Pinot Noir 2008
This is one of, if not The, best Pinot Noir on the market for under $10.
Price: $7
Breggo Anderson Valley Pinot Noir 2006
Finesse, flavor, full fruit, food friendly. This has it all.
Price: $34
Cambria Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir 2006
One of the best Pinots in its price range. Recently selected Wine Enthusiast's #1 wine of 2009.
Price: $20
Dierberg Pinot Noir Santa Maria Valley 2006
The Dierberg Pinot is uniquely a big, full Santa Barbara Pinot while being structured and elegant at the same time. One of the most distinctive Pinots this far south for the best price.
Price: $37
Domaine Drouhin Oregon Pinot Noir 2006
If you like French pinot, you'll love Dom. Drouhin. One of the best examples of a Burgundian style American Pinot Noir at an American style price.
Price: $40
Erath Dundee Hills Estate Pinot Noir 2006
Showcases a quintessential Dundee Hills core, and adds a meaty richness that is unique. Great price for a Pinot of this quality.
Price: $32
Evesham Wood Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2008
This has to be one of the best Pinot Noirs for under $20. If I was rich I would buy every wine that Evesham Wood produces.
Price: $18
Evesham Wood 'Le Puits Sec' Pinot Noir 2005
Gorgeous expression of the Willamette Valley. Pretty, graceful, and certified organic.
Price: $35
Goldeneye Anderson Valley Pinot Noir 2005
Not only was this wine deemed worthy to be served at President Barack Obama's inaugural luncheon, but it's also a sublimely delicious Pinot Noir. It's worth every penny.
Price: $50
Inception Pinot Noir 2008
A delicious discovery from a great new micro-producer, and an example of an exceptionally well-made California-style Pinot. I hope to see more from Inception.
Price: $30
Korbel Natural - California Champagne 2008
A yummy Russian River Valley Pinot Noir for about $10... and it's a champagne!
Price: $12
La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2007
La Crema has capitalized on the wonderful 2007 vintage in Sonoma with this value Pinot Noir that tastes better than it's price. A worthy splurge on a modest budget.
Price: $22
McKinlay Vineyards Ladd Hill Pinot Noir 2006
A hidden treasure. Buy this before it runs out. 2006 was a very good year in Oregon, and this is it in a bottle.
Price: $38
Moshin Molinari Vineyard Pinot Noir 2006
A big, juicy, and distinctive single-vineyard Pinot for what seems like a bargain price.
Price: $26
Paul Hobbs Crossbarn Pinot Noir 2006
The fruit is so lush that I have to call it sexy. It's lucious. It's also well priced for a Russian River Valley Pinot of its quality.
Price: $40
Rochioli Estate Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2006
It works subtle magic. At $65 it's not cheap, but it has a quality that is rare and precious.
Price: $65
Roessler Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir 2006
Subtle, complex, and balanced. A sumptuous expression of Russian River Valley Pinot Noir at a good price.
Price: $37
Sokol Blosser Dundee Hills Pinot Noir 2006
When I visited the Sokol Blosser tasting room, my palate was maxed out with sensory overload from a long day of tasting in Oregon, and I was shocked to discover a Pinot Noir that could still impress me. A standout wine.
Price: $35
St. Innocent Seven Springs Pinot Noir 2006
It's fascinating. Zesty and youthful, drinking well now but promising to age well for several years. If you bought a case and drank one each year for the next 12 years, every one would be unique. Well rated.
Price: $42