Cardwell Hill Pinot noir Pommard Block 09

2009 Wine Spectator - 91 points - Lithe, supple, focused and distinctive for a sea breeze character that wafts through the strawberry, raspberry, tobacco and spice flavors, mingling with polish as the finish lingers. Drink now through 2019." H.S.

Cardwell Hill Cellars reached international fame when their 2006 Estate Pinot was selected for Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines of 2008. They are located a stone's throw from Avalon, just outside of Corvallis, Oregon.