Bridgeview 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley)

Country: US / Reserve
Variety: Pinot Noir Oregon
Winery: Bridgeview / Rogue Valley

This shows excellent focus and spice in the nose, with scents of cardamom and clove reminiscent of a good Mendocino Pinot. Plenty of flavor up front, but the wine loses it in the middle palate. It finishes with a soft, spicy, slightly banana flavor, a bit out of balance.