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    Five Favorites - Fantastic Pinot Noir Under $20

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: October 19, 2012 Last Updated: February 27, 2021

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    The Best Pinot Noir Under $20 (Or Close To It) "What's your favorite Pinot Noir under $20?" It's a question I get asked a lot, and it's with good reason because great Pinot Noir under $20 is hard to find! Don't despair; however, it's out there, it just takes a little work. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Five Favorites, Pinot Noir

    Goldwater Wairau Valley Marlborough Pinot Noir - Pinot Noir Perfection

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 29, 2012 Last Updated: December 15, 2016

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    100% Pinot Noir from Wairau Valley, Marlborough, New Zealand. SRP of $25 and available for as low as $23 (Saturday Splurge). Sample received courtesy Pasternak Wine Imports for review purposes. From the bottle: "On first impression, our Pinot might remind you of … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: New Zealand, Pinot Noir, Saturday Splurge

    Ninety Plus (90+) Cellars Reserve Lot 56 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir - Eminently Drinkable

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 6, 2012 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

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    Pinot Noir from the Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California. SRP of $21. Available widely for $19 and for as low as $16. Sample submiited for review purposes. From the bottle: "Story: Cool and foggy vineyards may not appeal to the tourist, but Pinot Noir is in love … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: 90 Plus Cellars, California, California - Russian River Valley, Highly Recommended, Pinot Noir

    Jacob's Creek Reserve Pinot Noir - Bona Fide

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 30, 2012 Last Updated: March 2, 2021

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    Pinot Noir from Adelaide Hills, Australia. SRP of $13 and available for as low as $8. Sample received courtesy Pernod Ricard for review purposes. From the bottle: "For this wine we reserve selected parcels of grapes grown in the Adelaide Hills region in South Australia. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Australia, Pinot Noir

    Echelon Collection Series Russian River Valley Pinot Noir - Flavorful And Spicy

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: March 24, 2012 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

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    100% Pinot Noir from Russian River Valley, California. SRP of $25 and available at that price. Sample received courtesy Benson Marketing for review purposes. From the bottle: "From the sprawling coastline to the gently rolling hills enveloping lush, vineyard-laden valleys, … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, California - Russian River Valley, Deals, Pinot Noir, Saturday Splurge

    MacMurray Ranch Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands - Smooth and Succulent

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 18, 2012 Last Updated: December 15, 2016

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    100% Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands, California. SRP of $35 and available for as low as $25. Sample received courtesy E. & J. Gallo for review purposes. From the bottle: "MacMurray's passion for pursuing Pinot Noir has led our winemaker Susan Doyle to craft … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Pinot Noir, Saturday Splurge

    Boschendal 1685 Chardonnay Pinot Noir - A One-Of-A-Kind Combo You'll Want More Than Once

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 10, 2012 Last Updated: August 24, 2017

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    80% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Noir from South Africa. SRP of $15 and available for as low as $14. Sample received courtesy DGB for review purposes. From the bottle: "This unique blend of two noble cultivars is made from grapes grown on cool mountain slopes with deep gravel … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, South Africa

    Robin K. Central Coast Pinot Noir - Hunt For The Best Pinot Noir Under $20

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 12, 2012 Last Updated: December 15, 2016

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    100% Pinot Noir from Central Coast, California. SRP of $20 and available at that price. Sample received courtesy the winemaker for review purposes. From the bottle: "Hand-sorted Pinot Noir clusters were fermented in open tanks, with extraction by frequent punchdown. The … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Pinot Noir

    Dashwood Marlborough Pinot Noir - Hunt For The Best Pinot Noir Under $20

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 10, 2012 Last Updated: December 15, 2016

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    100% Pinot Noir from Marlborough, New Zealand. SRP of $11 and available at that price. Sample received courtesy Pasternak Wines for review purposes. From the bottle: "Partied up or chilled out, the 2009's smooth character accompanies food and get-together's … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: New Zealand, Pinot Noir

    Robert Mondavi Pinot Noir Private Selection - Hunt For The Best Pinot Noir Under $20

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 6, 2012 Last Updated: February 24, 2021

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    90% Pinot Noir, 6% Petite Sirah, 3% Syrah and 1% Merlot from California. SRP of $11 and available for as low as $8. Sample received courtesy Folsom & Associates for review purposes. From the bottle: "Through tireless winemaking innovation, an uncompromising eye for … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Pinot Noir

    Red Rock Reserve Pinot Noir - Hunt for The Best Pinot Noir Under $20

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 4, 2012 Last Updated: March 2, 2021

    Red Rock Reserve Pinot Noir 2009 - Hunt for The Best Pinot Noir Under $20

    100% Pinot Noir from California. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Pinot Noir

    Seufert Winery Pinot Noir Cuvée - Hunt For The Best Pinot Noir Under $20

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 28, 2011 Last Updated: December 15, 2016

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    100% Pinot Noir from Willamette Valley, Oregon. SRP of $20 and available as low as $18 by the case. Sample received courtesy the winemaker for review purposes. From the bottle: "Food Pairing: Appetizers, Pasta, Light Meal, Hearty Meal. Flavor Intensity: 5/10 Sweetness: … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Oregon, Pinot Noir

    Smoking Loon Pinot Noir - Hunt For The Best Pinot Noir Under $20

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 23, 2011 Last Updated: March 2, 2021

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    100% Pinot Noir from California. SRP of $9 and available for as low as $6. Sample received courtesy Balzac Communications for review purposes. From the bottle: "'Besides his bein kinda crazy, they called him the Smoking Loon cause he was so dam efficient,' Jake began, … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Pinot Noir

    Stoneleigh Marlborough Pinot Noir - Hunt For The Best Pinot Noir Under $20

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 21, 2011 Last Updated: December 15, 2016

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    100% Pinot Noir from Marlborough, New Zealand. SRP of $15 and available for around $12. Sample received courtesy the winemaker for review purposes. From the bottle: "Smooth stones characterize the Stoneleigh vineyards in Marlborough. By day, these stones reflect heat to … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: New Zealand, Pinot Noir

    Stone Wolf Vineyards Pinot Noir Barrel Select Cuvée - Hunt For The Best Pinot Noir Under $20

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 19, 2011 Last Updated: May 13, 2021

    Stone Wolf Vineyards Pinot Noir Barrel Select Cuvée 2008 - Hunt For The Best Pinot Noir Under $20

      100% Pinot Noir from Willamette Valley, Oregon. SRP of $18 and available for $17. Sample received courtesy the winemaker for review purposes. From the bottle: "The famed Eola Hills district of Oregon’s Willamette Valley, where Stone Wolf Vineyards are … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Oregon, Pinot Noir

    Freixenet Elyssia Pinot Noir Brut Rosé - Holiday Sparklers Wine #8

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 5, 2011 Last Updated: November 17, 2016

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    85% Pinot Noir and 15% Trepat rosé sparkling wine from Spain. SRP of $18 and available for as low as $15. Sample received courtesy Janet Kafka and Associates for review purposes. From the bottle: "Elyssia, meaning heavenly or a state of perfect bliss, offers this special … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Pinot Noir, Rosé, Spain, Sparkling Wine, Thanksgiving, Trepat

    Lulu B Pinot Noir - Think a $10 Pinot Noir Can't Be Good? Think Again

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 13, 2011 Last Updated: December 15, 2016

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    100% Pinot Noir from France. Available for around $9. Sample received courtesy Lulu B. Wines for review purposes. From the bottle: "Lulu B. Born in France, Woman of the World. I began my journey searching for the ultimate noble grape of France; Pinot Noir. My wanderlust … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: France, Pinot Noir

    Flipflop Wines Pinot Noir - A Tasty Pinot Noir for $6? Stop Laughing & Start Drinking

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 11, 2011 Last Updated: February 24, 2021

    SRP of $7, available widely for $6. Sample received courtesy the winemaker for review purposes. From the bottle: "Medium-bodied, structured Pinot Noir with bright cherry, sweet spice and a supple, velvety finish. Cola aromas and hints of vanilla pair with grilled mahi … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Pinot Noir

    Saint Clair Vicar's Choice Pinot Noir - Speaking Words of Wisdom, Let It Breathe

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 4, 2011 Last Updated: August 24, 2017

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    When I find myself in times of thirst, my wine rack calls to me Open it with a corkscrew and let it breathe. And in my hour of parchedness a red wine I see Speaking words of wisdom, let it breathe. Let it breathe, let it breathe, let it breathe, let it breathe. Speaking … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: New Zealand, Pinot Noir

    Willamette Valley Vineyards Pinot Noir - Smoooooooth

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 22, 2011 Last Updated: December 15, 2016

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    Smooth, smooth, smooth! Exclusively from Costco comes the 2008 Willamette Valley Vineyards Barrel Select Pinot Noir at $16.99. From the bottle: Pinot Noir grown in the Willamette Valley Appellation is among the highest quality of this variety in the world. Our mission in … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Costco, Oregon, Pinot Noir, Thanksgiving

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