External search Google (images) Wine Advocate Wine Spectator Burghound Wine-Searcher
Vintages 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 Show more
From this producer Show all wines All tasting notes
|
Drinking Windows and Values |
| Drinking window: Drink between 2019 and 2022 (based on 4 user opinions) |
Community Tasting History |
| Community Tasting Notes (average 89.5 pts. and median of 89 pts. in 7 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | Tasted by innesa on 10/30/2021 & rated 92 points: Bright pale ruby red. Cranberries, cherries, lean, medium body, fine tannins. Lovely Pinot, went well with Greek style lamb. (452 views) | | Tasted by penguinoid on 9/18/2018: Colour: translucent burgundy Nose: sour cherry, cranberry, fresh red berry fruit. Sweet spice. Minimal French oak. Delicate, perfumed. Palate: lots of sour cherry and cranberry. Pomegranate, perhaps. Sweet spice, touch of old French oak. Delicate, perfumed. Fresh pomegranate like acidity, smooth fine grained tannins. Quite delicate despite the 14% alcohol. Fresh and lively. Elegant. Lovely. (1394 views) | | Tasted by HStaal on 9/9/2018 & rated 87 points: Mornington Peninsula Tasting and Lunch (The Harrow, Little Bedwyn): Although I tried to stick to WSET style note taking due to lack of time this should be treated as no more than an overall impression of the wine.
Appearance: The wine is Clear with a Pale ruby colour. Nose: The nose is Clean and Developing, showing Medium intensity primary aromas of raspberry, red cherry; secondary earthy and savoury notes. Palate: The wine is Dry in the mouth with a Medium level of acidity. It has Medium Ripe/Soft tannins and a Medium Level of alcohol (13.5%). It has Medium(-) body and Medium intensity primary flavours of raspberry, red cherry; secondary earthy and savoury notes The finish is Medium(-). Overall quite light and fragrant. Conclusion: It is a Good quality wine. Can Drink Now but has Potential for Ageing (1528 views) | | Tasted by Jrb72 on 1/20/2018 & rated 90 points: A mouthful of cherries with well integrated oak and underlay with fine tannins. Great value at the price. (1392 views) | | Tasted by Matt@5453 on 12/13/2017 & rated 90 points: Lovely fragrant nose. Light to medium bodied. Red cherry & raspberry fruits, a touch of spice, well balanced oak, some earthy tones with a savoury finish. Good drinking for the price. (1317 views) | | Tasted by SlimShaney on 8/29/2017 & rated 89 points: $19 glass at Cortile Sydney Intercon. Reminder to self, check the bottle cost later. But anyway it's a nicely made an elegant pinot with a subtle soapyness and maybe a little too much herbal vegemite 'herbamite'. (639 views) |
| NOTE: Scores and reviews are the property of JancisRobinson.com and JamesSuckling.com and The WINEFRONT and Halliday Wine Companion. (manage subscription channels) |
| Stonier producer websitePinot Noir Varietal character (Appellation America) | Varietal article (Wikipedia) Pinot Noir is the Noble red grape of Burgundy, capable of ripening in a cooler climate, which Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot will not reliably do. It is unpredictable and difficult both to grow and to vinify, but results in some of the finest reds in the world. It is believed to have been selected from wild vines two thousand years ago. It is also used in the production of champagne. In fact, more Pinot Noir goes into Champagne than is used in all of the Cote d'Or! It is also grown in Alsace, Jura, Germany, the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Romania, Switzerland, Austria, Croatia, Serbia, Italy, and so forth, with varying degrees of success.
Pinot Noir is one of the world's most prestigious grapes. It is very difficult to grow and thrives well in France, especially in Champagne and Burgundy. Pinot Noir thrives less in hot areas, is picky on soil, and deserves some oak storage.
Pinot Noir, or Blauburgunder / Spätburgunder in German, is a blue grapevine - and, as the German name suggests, the grape comes originally from Burgundy in France.
The grape, which thrives in calcareous soils, is used primarily for the production of red wine, and it is widely regarded as producing some of the best wines in the world. The wine style is often medium-bodied with high fruit acidity and soft tannins. It can be quite peculiar in fragrance and taste, and not least in structure - which may be why it is referred to as "The Grapes Ballerina". Pinot Noir is also an important ingredient in sparkling wines, not least in champagne since it is fruity, has good acidity and contains relatively little tannins. The grape is considered quite demanding to grow. The class itself consists of tightly packed grapes, which makes it more sensitive to rot and other diseases.
Pinot Noir changes quite easily and is genetically unstable. It buds and matures early which results in it often being well ripened. Climate is important for this type of grape. It likes best in cool climates - in warm climates the wines can be relaxed and slightly pickled. In cooler climates, the wine can get a hint of cabbage and wet leaves, while in slightly warmer regions we often find notes of red berries (cherries, strawberries, raspberries, currants), roses and slightly green notes when the wine is young. With age, more complex aromas of forest floor, fungi and meat emerge.
In Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Hungary, it often produces light wines with less character. However, it has produced very good results in California, Oregon and New Zealand.
With its soft tannins and delicate aroma, it is excellent for white fish, chicken and light meat. For the stored wines you can serve small game. Classic duck breast is a matter of course, a Boeuf Burgundy and Pinot Noir are pure happiness.
Pinot Noir loses quality by over-harvesting. Pinot Noir is prone to diseases, especially rot and mildew. Viruses cause major problems especially in Burgundy. Pinot Noir are large round grapes with thin skins. Relatively high in alcohol content. Medium rich tannins and good with acid. As a young person, Pinot Noir has a distinctly fruity character such as raspberries, cherries and strawberries. A mature Pinot Noir, the taste is different. Cherry goes into plum and prune flavors. It smells of rotten leaves, coffee, moist forest floor and animal wine. This must be experienced. In warm climates you find boiled plum, some rustic, little acid. If the grapes are over-grown, the wine will be thin, with little color and flavor.Australia Wine Australia (Australian Wine and Brandy Corporation) | Australian Wines (Wikipedia)Victoria Wines of Victoria (Victorian Wine Industry Association) |
|