Winemaker Scott Kelley has a knack for producing a tasty, value-priced Pinot Noir year after year, and I appreciate such consistency. It tastes of delicious cherry and raspberry flavors with a subtle touch of oak and spice notes. This is the wine you’ll want to enjoy when you’re grilling Santa Maria-style tri-tip, cheeseburgers, or a take-out pizza fully loaded with sausage and cheese. It’s a deal at $12.99 and currently on sale at BevMo! for only $10.99, which makes it a good time to store a few extra bottles (that you plan to consume soon) in a cool spot.
This article appears in Sep 8-15, 2011.