Granted when it comes to Burgandy not much compares.

That said there are some excellent Oregon Pinots in that range:

Bergstrom-Willamette Valley
Chahalem Ridgecrest
Tori Mor
Patricia Green
Domaine Drouhin

Others as well. Good luck.


"Professor" > wrote in message
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> Our wine group meets this Saturday. This month's theme is Pinot Noir. We
> get around the $20 or less rule by having two people share the expense of
> a bottle costing twice the price. What $40 Pinot Noir would most impress
> our group? I was thinking of picking up something from Beaune, but wanted
> more input. Any ideas? Thanks!
>