Peaking Pinot

[WineKC30]

Thanks for the direction WW. Some very nice suggestions traced back through the past 90 days or so. Being new to the Wine Board and living in the isolated midwest, I am looking for some widely available wines, one of which I enjoyed last evening from Jekel Vineyards (quite common, but a nice drink) - 2001 Monterey Pinot. Light smoky, black cherry and mild cinnamon - the finish left a bit to be desired. Any opinions on a grape varietal popularly grown in Missouri - the Chambourcin? This has been compared to and is related to the Pinot Noir, but I can't imagine it would be in the same league. Any opinions?