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2008: 88 " This straightforward, fruit effort is bright, tart, and full of lemon and melon flavors, with a touch of spice for added interest." – Paul Gregutt (December 1, 2009)

2007: 91 Editor's Choice. "This is a fruit powered wine, leaded with fresh pear, melon, and tropical flavors. It shows no sign if having suffered from the wet, cool weather that hit Oregon during the 2007 harvest. It seems riper than the perfectly balanced ’06 bottling, with lower acids, and a streak of vanilla and coconut wrapping up the finish." (July 1, 2008)

2006: 91 Editor's Choice. Buying Guide. "This is an elegant, refreshing style scented with a lush nose that cleverly blends cut fruit, blossom, citrus and a hint of mineral. The mixed fruit flavors continue on the palate – pear, melon, peach and spice, perfectly balanced and ripe." – Paul Gregutt (November 15, 2007)

2006: Top 100 Wines of the Year. "Ranked #60" – Paul Gregutt (November 15, 2007)

2005: 91 Editor's Choice. "Elk Cove makes one of the most refreshing, crisp and nuanced Pinot Gris in the state. This is an excellent bottle, lively and clean, with mixed fruit flavors of pear, melon, kiwi and white peach. It is concentrated but not heavy or thick; the magic of Adam Campbell’s winemaking is his ability to perfectly balance and showcase the exact ripeness of his fruit, leaving in the subtle grace notes. This is a perfectly balanced, nuanced and delicious wine." – Paul Gregutt (August 31, 2006)

2002: Top 100 Best Buys. "Ranked #39 Best Buy Wine for 2003." (October 31, 2003)

2002: 91 "This is a lovely, balanced complex wine with layers of fruit nicely entwined. It shows just the right mix of acid, tannin and racy textures from whole-cluster pressing." – Paul Gregutt (October 31, 2003)

2001: 91 Editor's Choice. "Pinot Gris as it should be - ripe and full-bodied, with expressive flavors of fresh pears, spiced with cinnamon. Rich and satisfying, yet tangy enough to accompany even delicate seafood. This is a home run, with a finishing kiss of butterscotch." – Paul Gregutt (July 31, 2003)