Buy inexpensive Pinot Noir at your peril. It is usually slightly sweet, insipid and one dimensional. But this one is actually interesting. The nose is intriguing with leather, subtle smoke and mild wood notes framing ripe strawberry with minty aromas arriving with aeration. It is unusual, even a bit weird but in an endearing way.
On the palate the red raspberry is supported by a bit of glycerin giving it a soft, round texture, with good acidity kicking off a short finish. With only a hint of sweetness and medium minus weight, this is one of the better inexpensive Pinots I’ve found if you like wines with a little personality.
Who’s charmingly weird with a pleasing pop sensibility? Vampire Weekend’s Step
Score: 87
Price: $8
Alc: 13.5
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 
Interesting choice! I remember Cono Sur well, it’s really popular in British supermarkets for some reason.
I haven’t tasted much of their line, but my impression is thus far it is generally good quality for the price. I will have to seek them out more often.