Jigsaw Pinot Noir Oregon 2006

Fresh picked raspberries, cherries and strawberries ooze from this wine, followed by wet earth, mushrooms and smoke. An unbelievably dynamic pinot, perfectly balanced for food at a screaming deal price. Here is what the Ransom folks (Jigsaw's makers) have to say for themselves: "The Jigsaw style can be described as cerebral punk. We want aggressive aromas of red fruits, flowers and spice. The flavors should be intense and rich with a juicy mouth feel and supple texture. But balance is key. There must be harmony of ripe fruit, refreshing acidity and supportive tannins..."

It's no puzzle that this ripe, juicy wine is delicious. Pair it with grilled fish with herbs, paella, wild mushroom loaf or bacon-cheddar burgers. You can put the pieces together!

This would be easy to mistake for Grenache - it's ruby-colored, cranberry-flavored, with hints of strawberry and licorice. Clean, crisp and noticeably acidic, it would be most enjoyable with a richly sauced breast of duck.

Light and fragrant, with a pretty cloud of raspberry and lingonberry fruit hovering over fine tannins and a hint of cream. Silky finish. Drink now through 2013.

Jigsaw McMinnville Oregon Fresh picked raspberries, cherries and strawberries ooze from this wine, followed by wet earth, mushrooms and smoke. An unbelievably dynamic pinot, perfectly balanced for food at a screaming deal price. Here is what the Ransom folks (Jigsaw's makers) have to say for themselves: "The Jigsaw style can be described as cerebral punk. We want aggressive aromas of red fruits, flowers and spice. The flavors should be intense and rich with a juicy mouth feel and supple texture. But balance is key. There must be harmony of ripe fruit, refreshing acidity and supportive tannins..."