Trinity Oaks 2006 California Pinot Noir

Trinity Oaks 2006 California Pinot Noir (13.5% Alc. by Vol.)

(This picture is a 2007, I am drinking a 2006)

DtS (dry to sweet) Rating: 3.5/10 - Pretty Dry

This is the first Pinot Noir I have had in quite a long time. I am kind of surprised, its not what I expected. Not in a bad sort of way, it's just different. This wine is a little on the dry side, with a nice bite to it. The label boasts a black cherry flavor, which is definitely apparent. It also claims hints of tobacco and mint. I'm not sure what tobacco tastes like, maybe just implies its a bit on the dry side (what's drier than smoke?) and the mint gives it the pleasant bite I talked about earlier. I could taste this wine finishing very well with something like a chicken parm or any pasta with red sauce. It's a little drier than your standard Merlot, but not quite as dry as some Cabernat I've had. It's also been aged 6 years and somehow survived without turning to vinegar. I must say I really enjoyed this wine. It's a nice break from the sweet crap I've been forcing down my throat in the sake of research lately. And for the price ($6.99 - 750mL), it's a steal. Plus its got a cool label! (The bottle I have is much more colorful than my picture.) A great way to kick off my first review, I'm giving this wine an 8.4/10 - would drink on certain occasions and would recommend to those with drier tastes in wine.
-IVVA