From all reports, it is going to be worth every effort to get your hands on as much 2008 pinot out of Oregon that you can. The vintage is outstanding and many of the wines although young are showing nicely. I have to say that this is the first pinot I have tried under fifteen bucks from the Willamette Valley. You do not find many in this price range so I was a little cautious in my approach. No need for caution, this wine is exceptional for this price or more. That being said, this pinot is not for everyone. It has that nice burgundian flavor profile that I love so much in pinot noir. Raspberry and tart cherries on the nose with just tiny hints of stink and earth. The palate shows bright cherry and raspberry tones with pleasant hits of Asian spice and cinnamon notes. There is a brightness to the acidity with some hits of earth and forest floor on the back end. The finish is tart and bright begging for some fatty salmon or some smoked ham. This is a food pinot for sure but I thoroughly enjoyed it solo. That fact that a twelve dollar pinot can show so well is testament to the 2008 vintage. Montinore is a great producer and I have been happy with the past three vintages. Drink over the next 2-4 years.  88 points