Would you expect to find a Napa Valley pinot noir for under $20? It’s not unheard of but still not that common. Which is why I was excited to taste this one from Main Street Winery.
Main Street Winery is one of several brands in the Trinchero Family Estates family. And although the Main St. label says “Est. 1948”, according to the Trinchero website, they launched the Main Street brand in 2009.
While it’s not totally a “knock your socks off, best Pinot Noir ever” this is basically what I expect from a decent Californian pinot noir. And for the price of this one, I’m impressed. The nose is filled with red berry aromas, like raspberry, strawberry and cherry. Plus there’s a slight rose fragrance adding to the aromatics. The palate has plenty of cherry and raspberry flavors with nearly perfect acidity. The mouth feel is nice, although I think would have been better with slightly heavier tannins. There’s a touch of spice mid-palate, which carries into a long, long finish, where cherry and cola flavors linger.
Wine: Main Street Winery
Variety: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2008
Alcohol: 13.5%
Rating: 87
Price: $13.99
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Disclosure: This wine was received as a sample.
I agree. Just had this from Sam’s Club, and was impressed with the value. Not a “company” or special occasion wine, but a great and versatile table wine.