2006 Argyle Pinot Noir Spirithouse RP--94 WS--92

Wine Spectator: 92 Points
Score: 92 Release Price: $85 Country: Oregon Region: Oregon Issue: Dec 15, 2008 Lithe, polished and appealing for the transparency of its raspberry, blackberry and sweet leather flavors, which linger gently on the harmonious, almost delicate finish. Drink now through 2014. 1,360 cases made. HS

Robert Parker: 94 Points
Wine Advocate # 179 Oct 2008 Jay Miller 94 Drink: 2010 - 2018 $55-$86 (70) The 2006 Pinot Noir Spirithouse Knudsen Vineyard is medium/dark ruby with a splendid aromatic array of mineral, earth, cedar, spice box, and red and black fruits, Silky smooth, layered, bordering on opulent, and very sexy, this Pinot Noir will evolve for 2-3 years and be at its best from 2010 to 2018. While the focus of this report is on 2006 Pinot Noir, it is undeniable that Argyle Winery is producing among the best sparkling wines made in the USA and they cannot be ignored. Argyle is also the hangout of veteran vigneron Rollin Soles who knows as well as anyone what's happening in the Oregon wine scene. Argyle's Pinot Noirs have a bit more competition than the Sparkling Wines but they have been up to the challenge for quite some time.