Medium ruby, the 2019 Pinot Noir features aromas of cranberries, blackberries and dried orange peel with fine earthy accents in the undercurrent. The palate is light-bodied, soft and fresh with a long, sweet berry and spice-laced finish.

Pale ruby, the 2017 Pinot Noir has a pretty perfume of violet, licorice, orange oil and woodsmoke with a core of bright red berries. The medium-bodied palate is perfumed, soft and juicy with a satisfying finish. 49,000 cases were made.

Argyle’s Pinot Noirs begin with the 2009 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley. It is a savory, straightforward effort with ripe flavors, a supple texture, a sense of elegance, and moderate length. Drink it over the next 5-6 years. As usual, Argyle’s sparkling wine offerings are among the best made in the USA.Tel. (503) 538-8520; www.argylewinery.com

The 2008 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley, medium ruby red, it gives up an enticing nose of cedar, spice box, rose petals, cherry, and raspberry. This is followed by a medium-bodied, ripe, vibrant offering with ample spicy red fruit flavors, good volume and intensity, and a medium-long finish. Drink it over the next 4-6 years. Visiting with Rollin Sole, the head man at Argyle, is always a great learning experience. He is currently focused on Riesling, but that is a story for another day. As usual, the sparkling wine offerings are among the best made in the USA. www.argylewinery.com