Sokol Blosser "Estate Cuvee" Pinot Noir Dundee Hills 2005

Light red.

Fragrant Pinot nose of red cherry/strawberry/cranberry. Then you notice the low-toned, savory, meaty, earth/underbrush action. Nice spice too.

Round, but a bit edgy and dis-jointed (residual CO2) in the mouth. Strawberry in the mouth, slightly chewy. This needs air, decanting recommended if you'll be drinking this soon.

Day 3 - Nose hasn't changed much, but this is now much suaver in the mouth. Savory meat, caramel and crancherry flavors - long. Mild, acid-driven structure frames everything nicely.

Gift - $40?