Thanksgiving Wine Review: 2006 Soter North Valley Pinot Noir

Yes, after much debate, I decided to go with the 2006 Soter North Valley Pinot Noir. It was a perfect Thanksgiving wine.

This lovely pinot hails from Oregon’s Willamette Valley, and Etude founder Tony Soter. Soter takes fruit from a handful of sources in the North Willamette Valley, including Soter’s own Mineral Springs and Beacon Hill vineyards to craft this wine.

Wine Advocate says “it exhibits a refined bouquet of black cherry, black raspberry, spice and earth notes. Supple, ripe, and plush, the wine offers savory flavors, good depth, and a smooth finish.” Score: 91.

My thoughts: The wine is silky and balanced; flavors of cherries and raspberries and worked perfectly with the butterball turkey on mom’s dining room table. After the meal was done, I enjoyed one last glass before calling it a very successful and satisfying Thanksgiving.

I hope everyone had a great holiday, and again, feel free to comment about your meal and wine selection.