Willamette Valley

Today's show is a tasting tour of the wines of the northern Willamette Valley in Oregon and a discussion of alternative wine closures.

Wines tasted:
- Erath Pinot Gris 2002 ($13)
- Erath Pinot Noir, Estate 2001 ($25)
- Erath Pinot Noir, Reserve 1999 ($18)
- Erath Pinot Noir, Prince Hill 1997 ($40)
- Erath Pinot Noir, Anniversary 2000 ($30)
- Erath Pinot Noir, Juliard 2000 ($40)
- Ponzi Pinot Blanc 2003 ($15)
- Ponzi Pinot Noir 2002 ($30)
- Ponzi Pinot Noir, Reserve 2002 ($50)
- Argyle Brut Sparkling Wine 1999 ($21.50)
- Argyle Chardonnay, Nuthouse 2001 ($28)
- Argyle Pinot Noir 2003 ($20)
- Argyle Pinot Noir, Nuthouse 2002 ($40)
- Argyle Pinot Noir, Spirithouse 2002 ($50)