{"title":"Pinot Noir","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"emiliana-novas-gran-reserva-pinot-noir-2018-casablanca","title":"Emiliana, Novas Gran Reserva Pinot Noir 2023, Casablanca","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Casablanca Valley is influenced by its proximity to the Pacific Ocean and its coastal breezes that moderate temperatures. For this reason, it's probably one of the best regions in the world for growing Pinot and Sauvignon Blanc. This is for me one of the best pound for pound Pinot's around. A nice mix of good fruit with a savoury dimension, which gives you a very solid Pinot for your money.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Emiliana","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36410168443048,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/8853\/8024\/files\/AEE76B5E-2D75-4973-B00F-DC1F4F96FF10.jpg?v=1748012390"},{"product_id":"bruno-sorg-pinot-noir-2018-alsace","title":"Bruno Sorg, Pinot Noir 2024, Alsace","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the source of some of the finest, richest and most concentrated wines in Alsace. Superb Gewürztraminer and Pinot Gris and perhaps the finest Muscat in Alsace, but also home to great Riesling. Having said all that, here we have a Pinot Noir. Something that Alsace is becoming better known for and offering superb value in comparison to some Pinot from Burgundy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA complex Pinot, that has good fruit density, freshness along with a savoury dimension. A Burgundy-esque Pinot that offers fantastic value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bruno Sorg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37791349375144,"sku":"","price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/8853\/8024\/files\/bruno-sorg-pinot-noir-alsace.jpg?v=1765801065"},{"product_id":"evening-land-seven-springs-pinot-noir-2017-willamette-valley","title":"Evening Land, Seven Springs Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022, Eola Amity Hills, Willamette Valley","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvening Land is based around a special vineyard in Seven Springs in the Eola-Amity Hills AVA just north of Salem. The vineyard was established in 1984 under the direction of Burgundian legend Dominique Lafon. Just like in Burgundy terroir is key to this project - the different cuvées are all clearly defined despite coming from the same vineyard, and the soil and aspect of each parcel shines through. The east-facing site was mainly planted with Pinot Noir, plus some Chardonnay and Gamay, and ripening is moderated by cool air from the Pacific channeled via an opening in the Oregon Coastal Range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom their oldest Pinot vines, gently vinified to encourage the soft extraction of tannins. \u003c\/span\u003eLovely aromatics of cranberry and red cherries, followed by spice, truffle and forest floor. Layered on the palate with balanced acidity and a backbone of fresh red fruits follow through to the finish. Outstanding now, but should also develop some nice secondary characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Evening Land","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39261479436456,"sku":"","price":46.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/8853\/8024\/files\/9B42B645-4813-4B22-AE8F-893B0698DB77.jpg?v=1776418790"},{"product_id":"crystallum-peter-max-pinot-noir-2021-hemel-en-aarde","title":"Crystallum, Peter Max Pinot Noir 2024, Western Cape","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis wine has a nose that is floral and fragrant, with strawberry tea and sweet spice, cranberry, pomegranate and bruised strawberry on the nose. The palate shows a darker edge, featuring olive tapenade and soy as well a hint of grilled meat. The tannins are supple but, with a stemmy, pine-needle grip that adds structure along with a fresh acid, this wine is accessible now and will improve through 2030. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystallum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42507749556463,"sku":"","price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/8853\/8024\/files\/EEBA42E6-48A5-4CE2-A120-EC5870F0DA0D.jpg?v=1774088394"},{"product_id":"moulin-de-gassac-pinot-noir-2021-languedoc","title":"Moulin de Gassac, Pinot Noir 2024, Pays d’Oc","description":"Complex and delicate nose: Tipicity of the Pinot noir: candied cherry, light roasted hints and mocha with a nice herbaceous edge. Abundunt fruit. 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This region was not known for premium viticulture at the time, but Ted was convinced that the varied soils and moderate climate with cooling fog would provide the ideal environment to make elegant and site-specific expressions of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVibrant, youthful tones of cherry, huckleberry, and rhubarb as well as flint and graphite. This is a rich wine however it remains very primary and has higher acidity. With time it’s secondary character will become more expressive, but the primary aromas are already hypnotic. 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Marquis enlisted Ted Lemon of Sonoma Coast’s famous Littorai as their winemaker and together they decided to plant Pinot Noir in 2003.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurn Cottage is distinguished in Central Otago as the first and only estate in the region to have practised biodynamics since day one. This was Ted Lemon’s one stipulation for his involvement. The winemaking at Burn Cottage is best described as ‘minimal intervention’. There is no addition of yeasts or bacteria for fermentations, with minimal sulphur use and no filtration before bottling. \u003c\/span\u003eThe ‘Moonlight Race’ Pinot Noir is named after a water pathway or ‘race’ that passes through the property. The grapes come from Burn Cottage’s two estate vineyards. 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Quite simply, Gilbert Felettig was dissatisfied with his 2009s, which he found over ripe and excessively oaky. He therefore set about changing everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHenri Felettig, a former vineyard worker, founded this domaine in 1974. His children Gilbert (viticulture and vinification) and Christine (commercial) joined him in 1993 and now run this 12.5 hectare domaine, which comprises some 100 individual parcels! Viticulture is now organic, with no use of herbicides or insecticides, their vines are mostly old (40-50 years) and everything is harvested by hand. Following a rigorous selection, during which the grapes are sorted in both the vineyard and cuverie, they then undergo a 5-7 day cold maceration at 10°C prior to fermentation and a three week cuvaison. \u003cspan\u003eGilbert is now far gentler in terms of frequency and intensity of pigeage, which is borne out by the precision and purity of their wines. 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Aspiring to produce the finest quality English wine, they gradually planted 30 hectares of vineyards on the iconic chalk terroir of the North Downs and built a state-of-the-art gravity fed winery. They are members of Sustainable Wines of Great Britain. In 2016, the Simpsons saw their first harvest. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe estate is situated in the Elham Valley; an unspoilt seam in the North Downs of Kent where the contours of the land, climate and soil are excellent for viticulture. The intensely lime-rich chalk soil forms part of the same chalk ridge that stretches from southern England to Burgundy. Planted at a density of 4,200 vines per hectare they are grown on south facing slopes, ensuring heat accumulation in the day and cold air drainage at night. The vineyard is less than eight miles from the coast, providing a crucial maritime influence insulating the fruit against intense temperature variations. Grass cover crops between the rows encourage biodiversity within the vineyard. Pruning and harvesting takes place by hand and they are signed up to the WineGB’s Sustainability Scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA garnet-hued Pinot Noir displaying strawberry and sweet spice aromas, with delicate hints of mocha. 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After a short period in stainless steel tanks, some of the wine is left to mature in a combination of barriques and larger casks for 10 - 12 months to add complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"half\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA delicate and approachable style of Pinot Noir with aromas of redcurrants and cherry, combined with savoury, earthy notes. 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In 2006, he moved to, and recently extended, state-of-the-art cellars just north of Gevrey and the quality of his wines is now absolute top division and are regularly championed by Bourgogne Aujourd’hui.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVines average 50 years old – with some dating back to 1922. Bernard believes in winter ploughing and some grass cover during the growing season. Yields are kept low by severe pruning and green harvesting is rarely necessary thereafter. Since 2009, the domaine has been entirely run on organic principles, but he no longer wishes to be certified as such. “Respect for microbial life, auxiliary fauna and the quality of selection massale are the pillars of our philosophy”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBernard seeks perfect ripeness, but prizes freshness, so does not pick too late. There is now about 50% whole bunch inclusion in his red wines. Fermentations are extremely gentle and more of an “infusion” with very limited pigeage or remontage. 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Located in the Pinot Noir heartland of Assmannshäusen, in one of the most prestigious wine growing areas for Riesling - the Rheingau, August Kesseler have some of the best Pinot Noir and Riesling sites that the lower and middle Rheingau have to offer spread over 32.5 hectares\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Daily August Pinot Noir has a subtle scent of cherry and blueberry, paired with the delicious aromas of cassis and red pepper. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"August Kesseler","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54956046647676,"sku":"","price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/8853\/8024\/files\/4DEB6206-5360-4A1A-8594-9FD89B468CE9.jpg?v=1748510558"},{"product_id":"mittnacht-pinot-noir-2023-alsace","title":"Domaine Mittnacht, Pinot Noir 2024, Alsace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis domaine is run by Christophe and his charming wife Yuka, a talented Japanese chef.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey own and farm some of the finest sites around Ribeauvillé and Hunawihr, including the Grand Cru Rosacker and Grand Cru Osterberg (source of the fabled Clos St Hune and Cuvée Emile).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey were one of the first domaines in Alsace to convert to biodynamic viticulture in 1999. 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Lindsay’s passion and fascination with wine began in the mid 1970s and by the mid 1980s he decided to follow his dream by establishing Paringa Estate. The first vintage was in 1988 with just three tonnes of fruit and over the years it has grown considerably, with production now at 16,000 cases. Paringa Estate is one of the most highly awarded boutique wineries in Australia, regularly winning trophies for its Shiraz, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The collection includes a stunning and precise Pinot Gris, as Lindsay says anywhere capable of growing great Pinot Noir should be capable of growing great Pinot Gris. The wines pay homage to Burgundy in style and James Halliday says Paringa Estate is “one of the best, if not the best, wineries on the Peninsula”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col gap-4 font-sans\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very bright and appealing cool-climate style of Pinot Noir, with intense red cherry and spicy aromas. 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In 2006, he moved to, and recently extended, state-of-the-art cellars just north of Gevrey and the quality of his wines is now absolute top division and are regularly championed by Bourgogne Aujourd’hui.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVines average 50 years old – with some dating back to 1922. Bernard believes in winter ploughing and some grass cover during the growing season. Yields are kept low by severe pruning and green harvesting is rarely necessary thereafter. Since 2009, the domaine has been entirely run on organic principles, but he no longer wishes to be certified as such. “Respect for microbial life, auxiliary fauna and the quality of selection massale are the pillars of our philosophy”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBernard seeks perfect ripeness, but prizes freshness, so does not pick too late. There is now about 50% whole bunch inclusion in his red wines. 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