Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir grapes are grown around the world, mostly in the cooler regions, but the grape is chiefly associated with the Burgundy region of France. Other premium cooler regions include Carneros, Central Otago and north eastern Italy. Pinot Noir is thin skinned, giving it lighter colour and lower tannins, and fairly high acid.
It is widely considered to produce some of the finest wines in the world, but is a difficult variety to cultivate, a situation which causes some to refer to it as the “heartbreak grape”. When young, wines tend to have red fruit aromas of cherries, raspberries and strawberries. As the wines age, they have the potential to develop vegetal and “barnyard” aromas that can contribute to the complexity of the wine.
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Domaine de la Villaudiere Sancerre Heritage Red 2020
With a deep, intense ruby hue, the wine opens with an expressive, harmonious blend of grilled, smoked and toasted aromas with fruity notes (ripe dark berries). On the palate, the wine shows beautiful silky, velvety body with the same lovely blend of red fruit aromas and melted nuances created by well-integrated oak. With structure and a long red fruit aftertaste, this Sancerre should only be enjoyed after 12 months of aging.
$49.95 -
Marcel Cabelier Vieilles Vignes Pinot noir 2023
On feature at this years’ 2025 i4C conference in Niagara. The VV cuvée is created from fruit harvest from some of the regions oldest vines. A deep ruby colour, the bouquet reminds one of ripe cherries and strawberry jam complimented by exotic Asian spice and a distinct earthy note. On the palate, the firm yet silky tannins are velvety in the mouth and lead to a lingering finish of red fruits. This represents excellent value in a complex old world Pinot Noir. .
$39.95 -
Racine Pinot Noir 2024
Made from Pinot Noir grown at vineyards located between 300 and 400 metres in Limoux. Softly-textured, juicy, crunchy red fruit with just a hint of tobacco leaf and winter spice, this is an eminently drinkable and pleasurable pinot. The best places to produce this delicate grape variety are always on the cool side, and here the altitude of the vineyard and influence from the ocean slow down the ripening season and keep the alcohol levels relatively low and the acidity lively. An extremely appealing pinot for both Burgundy lovers and red wine fans in general.
$24.95