Just discovered and uncorked the 2020 Pinot Noir from Clay Shannon at, hold on, $5.99 a bottle. It normally sells for $22.00.
From Shannon’s Long Valley vineyards in Lake County, this Pinot is being blown out at select Trader Joe’s.
Whatever the reason may be for the sale, a deal is a deal.
This Pinot has been rated 89 to 92 points by the usual suspects.
To my palate, it is a light style Pinot but correct, with bright cherry fruit and oak spice, well-balanced with a pleasing finish.
My Rating: 91
With luck, I’ll see you at the checkout counter,
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