Willamette Valley is Oregon's Pinot Noir heartland, producing distinctive styles from the classic Burgundy grape. The best versions offer rich fruit laced with bright acidity and savory accents. This week, we've selected 10 newly released reds that display this lively character, each earning an outstanding rating on Wine Spectator's 100-point scale.

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