Hi folks. I'll keep it short.
Got a NL auto and it smells nothing like 'earthy' or 'pine'.
Maybe citrus a little bit, bit there's an overwhelming smells of pineapple or tropical fruit juice.
I do. One of my classic favorites, been growing that strain for years. I assume you're talking original Northern Lights. Yes a citrus smell is normal and once it's cured will smell a little more pine-like.
edit - just saw the "auto" part. Yeah I don't think that will make much difference in the flavor profile.