title: Del Rio 2009 Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley)
description: With alcohol at just 12.7%, this is one of several under-13% Pinots tasted recently that seem to be setting a new trend in Oregon. The elegance is welcome, and gives the flighty grape some room for nuance and even terroir. Light berry, watermelon, hints of earth and a fine balance make this an excellent quaffer.
variety: Pinot Noir