What is a good French Pinot Noir?
What is a good French Pinot Noir?
10 Burgundy Pinot Noirs for Your Cellar
- Domaine Henri Delagrange 2016 Les Bertins Premier Cru (Pommard); $115, 94 points.
- Domaine Au Pied du Mont Chauve 2015 Pitangerets Premier Cru (Saint-Aubin); $40, 93 points.
- Château du Bourgneuf 2016 En Sazenay Premier Cru (Mercurey); $50, 93 points.
How much does Bourgogne wine cost?
Most Expensive Burgundy Wine
| Wine Name | Grape | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| Domaine Leroy Chambertin Grand Cru, Cote de Nuits, France | Pinot Noir | $11,374 |
| Leroy Domaine d’Auvenay Les Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru, Cote de Nuits, France | Pinot Noir | $10,220 |
| Domaine de la Romanee-Conti Montrachet Grand Cru, Cote de Beaune, France | Chardonnay | $9,587 |
Who owns Meiomi wine?
Mondavi wines owner Constellation Brands has bought Meiomi, a California Pinot Noir that didn’t exist at the turn of the 21st Century, for a reported $315m. Constellation said today (4 August) that it has completed its purchase of Meiomi, including brand rights and wine stocks.
What are the characteristics of Pinot noir?
Varietal Qualities. Pinot Noir wine is produced from red grapes but it is much lighter in color than other red wines. Pinot Noir flavors and aromas include roses, fruits, black cherry, berry, and currant. Other Pinot Noir characteristics include high acidity and low tannins.
Is Pinot noir sweet or dry?
Pinot Noir is a red wine that is typically light to medium bodied and fruit-forward. Originating from Burgundy , it holds a pleasant spot in the red-wine spectrum—not too dry, but certainly not sweet.
What is the flavor profile of Pinot noir?
The signature flavor profile of Pinot Noir is strawberry, raspberry, black cherry, and floral hints of dark roses and violets. Oaked versions include additional vanilla, clove, and smoke aromas and flavors. With age, Pinot Noirs develop an earthy, dried mushroom and barnyard profile.