Lush, smooth, and savory impressions immediately come to mind. This Pinot noir is very textural, full of dark red fruit and forest floor. The wine has a soft mouthfeel and finishes long. A masterpiece of Burgundy wine-making, perhaps?
Old Vine fruit was sourced from four different vineyards with an average age of 65 years from the Volnay AOC in the Côte de Beaune. The wine aged in 30% new oak for 14 months, and was bottled according to lunar and biodynamic calendars. Que c’est exotique!
I love low alcohol wines, this one at only 13%, because I like classic food pairings. Tonight’s inspiration is roasted king salmon, roasted baby red potatoes, and a simple arugula salad. What more can I say?
Drink now or hold for 4 to 7 years. This Pinot is worth investing in, and several bottles will allow you to follow its progress over time.
To learn more, read winemaker Eric Germain’s Wine Characters interview.