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Wine Category: Red
Type of Wine: Pinot Noir
Producer: Jargon
Vintage: 2009
Region: Napa, California
Appellation: St. Helena
Alcohol: 13.5%
Average Price per Bottle: $12.00
Bottle Size: 750 milliliters

Over the weekend, my fiancé, Michael, and I set out to dispel the myth that you can’t find a good Pinot Noir for less than $15.00. We ventured up the street to our local wine store and pored over their selection. We were both attracted to Jargon’s bright and playful label. The character on the front of the bottle caught our attention, but it was the jumbled words he was shouting that helped us seal the deal for the purchase, “Just Good Wine.” That’s a pretty bold statement for a $12.00 wine.

Appearance: The wine was light and brilliant.

Color: The 2009 Jargon Pinot Noir had a light ruby color. The wine reflected the light well.

Aroma: I was pleasantly surprised by the aroma. The wine opened up with a bouquet of ripe red berries, mainly strawberries and red cherries. Next, I was able to detect a slight vanilla aroma, followed by a lovely oaky spice.

Flavor: This was a light-bodied wine with a silky smooth mouth-feel. The flavor was really interesting (in a good way!). I was immediately hit with the fruity flavor promised in the aroma, but just as I was able to detect the fruit flavors, the spice and vanilla came through. The finish was nice and long with the spice and vanilla owning the first part but then giving way to a delicate fruit and spice notes.

Pairs Well With: We enjoyed the 2009 Jargon Pinot Noir with Indian food. Just like other Pinot Noirs, the Jargon would be a perfect playmate with any meal.

Additional Comments: While this wine isn’t refined as some of my more expensive favorite Pinot Noirs, it should not be discounted. It was delicious, easy to drink, and surprisingly well-rounded for its price point.

Overall Rating: I could drink this wine daily.