Planet Oregon Pinot Noir 2012

Bright violet color. Spice-accented dark berries and cherry on the nose, along with a hint of ganja. Juicy and refreshingly brisk, with good focus to its light-bodied bitter cherry and blackberry flavors. The bitter quality carries into the finish, which features a note of palate-numbing white pepper and silky tannins. Made at Soter Vineyards, this wine delivers real value. Score - 88. (Josh Raynolds, International Wine Cellar, July/Aug. 2014)