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Pinot Noir for the 99

Let’s face it, Pinot Noir can be pricey! Conversely finding good, quality Pinot Noir for under $20 can be a challenge, but it’s one that we readily accept here at Reverse Wine Snob.

Complicating this search, however, is the fact that many winemakers themselves don't want to make the kind of Pinot Noir that the average consumer wants to drink! While they're busy shooting for that elusive 100 point rating the average wine drinker just wants a classic, tasty, easy to drink wine.

And while there are many good picks for Pinot Noir under $20, there are a special few that go above and beyond, wines we like to call “Pinot Noir for the 99”.

Underwood Wine In a Can – Willamette Valley Pinot for the Unpretentious

By: Jon Thorsen Last Updated: November 18, 2019

Underwood Wine In a Can - Willamette Valley Pinot for the Unpretentious

We revisit two of the original wines in a can, the Underwood Pinot Gris and Underwood Pinot Noir from Willamette Valley, Oregon. … [Read more...]

Published: May 31, 2019 Filed Under: Canned Wine, Featured, Highly Recommended, Oregon, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir For The 99, Thanksgiving, Trader Joe's

Tinga Reserve Pinot Noir – Delish

By: Jon Thorsen Last Updated: January 10, 2017

Tinga Reserve Pinot Noir - Delish

The Tinga Reserve Pinot Noir, a solid and tasty wine from a place you might not expect. 100% Pinot Noir from Limari Valley, Chile. The wine … [Read more...]

Published: January 11, 2017 Filed Under: Chile, Highly Recommended, Pinot Noir, Pinot Noir For The 99

Simple Life Pinot Noir – Simply Good

By: Jon Thorsen Last Updated: November 17, 2016

Simple Life Pinot Noir - Simply Good

The Simple Life Pinot Noir, a fine pick for our Pinot Noir for the 99 series! 95% Pinot Noir and 5% Barbera from California. The wine … [Read more...]

Published: May 21, 2016 Filed Under: California, Deals, Pinot Noir For The 99, Thanksgiving

Valckenberg Undone Pinot Noir – Stripped Down

By: Jon Thorsen Last Updated: December 10, 2016

2013-undone-pinot-noir

100% Pinot Noir from Rheinhessen, Germany. Fermented and aged in stainless steel. Available for around $10. 1,500 cases produced. … [Read more...]

Published: April 1, 2015 Filed Under: Germany, Highly Recommended, Pinot Noir For The 99

Arrogant Frog Pinot Noir – Lovely Languedoc

By: Jon Thorsen Last Updated: May 7, 2017

2013-Arrogant-Frog-Pinot-Noir

BULK BUY! 100% Pinot Noir from Languedoc, France. SRP of $9 and available for around $8. Imported by Palm Bay International. Sample … [Read more...]

Published: January 21, 2015 Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Languedoc, Pinot Noir For The 99

90 Plus Cellars Lot 111 Pinot Noir – A Lot To Love

By: Jon Thorsen Last Updated: December 10, 2016

2013-Ninety-Plus-Cellars-Lot-111-Monterey-Pinot-Noir

Pinot Noir from Monterey, California. SRP of $15 and available for as low as $11. (Source price of $20.) 7,000 cases produced. Sample … [Read more...]

Published: December 29, 2014 Filed Under: 90 Plus Cellars, California, Highly Recommended, Pinot Noir For The 99

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