The Pinot Noirs begin with the 2009 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley. Spice notes, incense, cinnamon, clove, and red fruit aromas lead to an easy-going, friendly, smooth-textured Pinot meant for drinking over the next 5-6 years. Veteran vigneron Lynn Penner-Ash had just celebrated a milestone birthday prior to my visit and, like her wines, she appeared to be evolving gracefully. The current collection includes two white wines. www.pennerash.com

Sleek and silky, with cherry and wet earth flavors, finishing on a savory note. This has firm tannins that stay behind the fruit as the finish lingers. Drink now through 2017. 4,800 cases made.??–HS??Region: Oregon / Willamette Valley Select to Add