Panther Creek, Auden Vyd, Willamette Valley, Pinot Noir 2003

Deep red.

Toasted nut, savory meat/earth and suave oak spice nose. Crancherry/raspberry coulis underneath. Something here reminds me of Rioja.

Tightly wound and intense in the mouth, with a citrus character dominating. Nice breadth, stopping just short of textural sweetness. Serious acid structure, some might say mineral, cuts into the mid-palate flavor expression. Then the finish kicks in with chewy red fruit. Cranberry. Distinctive, interesting action. No need to drink soon.

Gift - $40?