STEPPING STONE (Cornerstone) Pinot Noir 2010

The 2010 Stepping Stone by Cornerstone Pinot Noir offers a mix of wild berries, strawberries, spices, cola, and some earthy notes which round out the aromas and flavors on this wine. This has no hard edges with a nice smooth texture and a soft delicate finish. The grapes are harvested from the following AVA's; 45% Yamhill-Carlton, 33% Eola-Amity,15% Chehalem Mountain, 5% McMinnville, 1% Ribbon Ridge, 1% Dundee Hills which are then aged in 100% French Oak for 13 months. (Best 2012-2018) - November, 2012 (JD)

88 Points