Chehalem 2005 Ridgecrest Vineyard Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge)

Country: US / Ridgecrest Vineyard
Variety: Pinot Noir Oregon
Winery: Chehalem / Ribbon Ridge

Although this is a rather light and tart wine, it has unusual flavors of cured ham and lots of herbal power in the finish, which is leafy and tannic. It might be better as a component in a blend, but as a stand-alone it shows some genuine terroir.