Classiques Pinot Noir | Ardeche, France

£11.80

A great representation of a 100% Pinot Noir from the south of France.

The vineyard is located in South Eastern Ardèche on the villages of Alba La Romaine and Villeneuve de Berg. It is planted on hillsides or gentle slopes made out of chalky-clay soils. The climate is typically Mediterranean.

The vines used to make this wine are grown according to a quality production charter: the yield is limited to 50hls per hectare and the harvest is handpicked. Following a 5 to 6 day maceration period, part of the harvest is matured in oak for 4 to 6 months.

A great representation of a 100% Pinot Noir from the south of France.

The vineyard is located in South Eastern Ardèche on the villages of Alba La Romaine and Villeneuve de Berg. It is planted on hillsides or gentle slopes made out of chalky-clay soils. The climate is typically Mediterranean.

The vines used to make this wine are grown according to a quality production charter: the yield is limited to 50hls per hectare and the harvest is handpicked. Following a 5 to 6 day maceration period, part of the harvest is matured in oak for 4 to 6 months.

Ardeche, France

Grapes: Pinot Noir

Tasting Notes: This wine is a shiny red tile colour. It exhales a rich array of aromas, including black currant buds, red berries and vanilla. This is a supple and round wine with firm but polished tannins. Well-balanced and slightly oaky.

ABV: 14.5%

Vintage: 2022

Ageing potential: 2-3 years

Attributes: Vegan

Clousure: Screwcap

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Food pairing suggestions: goes well with charcuterie, cold or country buffets, but also with orange duck or turkey with chestnuts and cheese such as Saint-Nectaire.