Pinot Noir Wines
Pinot Noir is possibly the most versatile red grape when it comes to the ways it’s been used over the years. From red wines to sparkling wines and beyond, there aren’t many places where you can avoid hearing about it, and for a good reason. It’s often easy to spot a bottle of Pinot Noir simply by the pale, translucent color, which transitions into a shade reminiscent of old-timey brickwork, adding a lovely dash of country charm to an already awe-inspiring drink.
While it may be an omnipresent varietal, it doesn’t exactly grow just anywhere. Because it demands a relatively cool climate, it thrives in some places more than others. Most notably, the region of Burgundy is known for excellent Pinot Noir harvests, and California isn’t too far behind these days.
The flavor is reminiscent of what you might find in a fantasy novel landscape. From flowers to red fruit to spicy undertones, there’s no shortage of aromas to discover as you take your time and get to know your wine. The French variety often includes an undercutting earthy baseline, whereas the Californian version tends to feel softer and lusher. In both cases, the wine goes down smoothly and is light enough to work with many different dishes.
While it may be an omnipresent varietal, it doesn’t exactly grow just anywhere. Because it demands a relatively cool climate, it thrives in some places more than others. Most notably, the region of Burgundy is known for excellent Pinot Noir harvests, and California isn’t too far behind these days.
The flavor is reminiscent of what you might find in a fantasy novel landscape. From flowers to red fruit to spicy undertones, there’s no shortage of aromas to discover as you take your time and get to know your wine. The French variety often includes an undercutting earthy baseline, whereas the Californian version tends to feel softer and lusher. In both cases, the wine goes down smoothly and is light enough to work with many different dishes.
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1990 Domaine Ponsot Chapelle Chambertin94JG(Chapelle-Chambertin- Domaine Ponsot) The Domaine Ponsot Chapelle-Chambertin from 1990 is an excellent wine and one of the freshest examples of this vintage I have tasted in quite ..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $1,079.00 -
1991 Ponsot Chambertin96RPThe 1991 Chambertin is one of the rare wines from this grand cru vineyard that justifies the price and mythical reputation. It is a great wine, with deep ruby color, and a splendid..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $1,245.00 -
1996 Louis Jadot Chambertin Clos de Beze96WSSimply fantastic. As thick, silky and round as they come in '96, this is a mouthful of wine that's fruit- and [i]terroir[n]-driven, full-bodied, ripe yet elegant. Has firm texture,..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $499.00 -
1996 Leroy Chambertin96RPThe dark ruby/purple-colored 1996 Chambertin exhibits lively berry and rose aromas. It has huge depth to its tightly wound, closed personality. This medium-to-full-bodied, foursqua..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $9,995.00 -
1996 Ponsot Clos de la Roche Vieilles Vignes92JG(Clos de la Roche “Vieilles Vignes”- Domaine Ponsot) The 1996 vintage at Domaine Ponsot was a controversial one, as this wine in particular was very light in both color..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $399.00 -
1996 Emmanuel Rouget Vosne Romanee Beauxmonts94WSAbsolutely stunning. Deep, pure aromas of cassis, violets and vanilla are followed by rich flavors and silky texure. Everything is woven together by juicy acidity,with a cascade of..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $735.00 -
1996 Alain Hudelot Noellat Richebourg95+JG(Richebourg- Domaine Hudelot-Noëllat) The 1996 Richebourg from Hudelot-Noëllat is another absolutely stellar example of the vintage, with impeccable focus and balance pro..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $2,999.00 -
1996 Mommessin Clos De Tart91DECStill deep in colour, with elegant, pure scents more dominated now by refined spice, mushroom and violet than fruit. On the palate, the wine seemed high-cheek-boned and dramatic c..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $2,299.00 -
1997 Louis Jadot Bonnes Mares93+VMGood deep red. Compelling aromas of blueberry, blackberry, cocoa powder, roasted meat, menthol and five-spice powder. Very concentrated and sweet, but tightly wrapped; really remar..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $385.00 -
1999 Robert Arnoux Vosne Romanee Les Suchots94BHOnly a hint of bricking and consistent with the appearance there is only a touch of secondary character to the spicy, floral and exceptionally fresh nose. There is first-rate compl..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $1,349.00 -
1999 Groffier Bonnes Mares95VMMedium ruby. Knockout grand cru aromas of macerated berries, licorice, jasmine, animal fur, tar and exotic baking spices; a great example of Bonnes-Mares, showing both the floral a..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $585.00 -
1999 DRC Romanee Saint Vivant96DECGood colour. Very lovely nose. Now just about ready. Splendid fruit here. Medium-full body. Marvelously intense, harmonious and classy. Very long. Very complex. Very fine plus. Dri..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $4,149.00 -
2000 Louis Jadot Chambertin Clos de Beze93BH(Maison Louis Jadot Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru Red) When I sampled this from cask in February of 2002, it was awkward and troubled and I deferred judgment. Happily, t..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $339.00 -
2000 Leroy Latricieres Chambertin93-96BH(Domaine Leroy Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru Red) This is simply the finest Latricières I have ever tasted from Leroy and it is a definite candidate for wine of th..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $3,425.00 -
2000 Groffier Chambertin Clos De Beze93RPAn expansive, powerful, and expressive wine, the 2000 Chambertin Clos de Beze reveals lovely spiced red cherry aromas. Medium-bodied, its harmonious personality releases flavors re..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $669.00 -
2000 Emmanuel Rouget Echezeaux96JSIn this case, I had to make no such sacrifice, but I gladly would have. Honestly, if I had known how downright delicious and fulfilling this bottle of 2000 Emmanuel Rouget Echezeau..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $899.00 -
2001 Emmanuel Rouget EchezeauxA moderate garnet hue with thin crimson rim. The nose is quite broody with brambly black fruits, damson and a touch of iodine. The palate has lovely balance with silky tannins, jus..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $1,149.00 -
2001 H. Lignier Clos De La Roche93BH(Domaine Hubert Lignier Clos de la Roche Grand Cru Red) (with thanks to Bruce Khouri). A wonderfully complex and notably ripe nose that is still restrained and tight is followed by..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $965.00 -
2002 Louis Jadot Musigny96BH(Maison Louis Jadot Musigny Grand Cru Red) A dazzlingly complex and fine nose reveals an incredible breadth of spice-box aromas that are displaying only a whisper of secondary deve..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $1,349.00 -
2002 Comte de Vogue Musigny Vieilles Vignes97-99RPThe extraordinary 2002 Musigny Vieilles Vignes will most likely not have as much cellaring potential as the great 1949, 1959, or 1990, yet qualitatively is in the same league as th..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $1,675.00 -
2002 Louis Jadot Clos Saint Denis92-94RPProduced from a tiny parcel of old vines (80-85 years old), the 2002 Clos St.-Denis explodes from the glass with delectable aromas of sweet blueberries and cherries. Medium to full..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $2,075.00 -
2002 Claude Dugat Charmes Chambertin96-97RPThe magnificently expressive 2002 Charmes-Chambertin boasts a floral, spicy nose packed with fresh red fruits. Spicy, concentrated, powerful, yet elegant, this cherry-dominated, me..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $1,199.00 -
2002 Dom. Fourrier Gevrey Chamb. Clos St Jacques93VMGood bright red. Complex, soil-inflected aromas of raspberry, espresso, minerals, smoke, flowers, mocha and roasted herbs. Silky-sweet in the way of the best examples from this out..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $965.00 -
2002 Ponsot Clos de la Roche Vieilles Vignes93BH(Domaine Ponsot Clos de la Roche Vieilles-Vignes Grand Cru Red) There is even more aromatic complexity with similar and brilliant red and black fruit notes though not the spice wit..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $675.00 -
2002 DRC Richebourg95BH(Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Richebourg Richebourg Red) I had not tried the '02 Riche in several years so it was interesting to see how it's progressing. The expressive thou..." Learn MoreFormats Available:As low as $3,649.00