2009 Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir

The 2009 Pinot Noir Evenstad Reserve has a pleasing nose of spice box, incense, cherry, and raspberry. This leads to a medium-bodied, round, smooth, easy-going wine that will offer prime drinking over the next 5-7 years. Domaine Serene’s Chardonnays are outstanding and fairly priced for what they deliver. They are all made entirely from Dijon clones, barrel-fermented, and aged on the lees. Tel. (503) 864-4600; www.domaineserene.com