Wine - Pinot Noir - Peregrine

Pinot Noir is a red grape that is one of the most challenging to grow in any part of the world. Due to its thin skin and tight bunches, it is susceptible to both mould and disease. However, when it is successful, it produces some of the most amazing wines in the world. Although its home is Burgundy, it has emerged as a popular variety in Australia. Representing only 1% of grapes crushed, it has built a high profile with a number of world-class, distinctly Australian wines being produced. The qu
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    Peregrine Central Otago Pinot Noir 2014
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2014
    • Brand Peregrine
    • Cellaring 5-10 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
    Peregrine Central Otago Pinot Noir 2014
    "Silky and elegant with dark red cherry, spice and blackcurrant. A style that ..."
    $69.99
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    Peregrine Central Otago Pinot Noir 2016
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2016
    • Brand Peregrine
    • Cellaring 5-10 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
    Peregrine Central Otago Pinot Noir 2016
    "Dark floral and spice scents lead to wonderful red and dark fruits, with a lo..."
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    Peregrine Central Otago Pinot Noir 2019
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2019
    • Brand Peregrine
    • Cellaring 5-10 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
    Peregrine Central Otago Pinot Noir 2019
    "A wonderful expression of Central Otago Pinot Noir. A luscious and fruit focu..."
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    Peregrine Pinot Noir 2009 1.5L Magnum
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2009
    • Brand Peregrine
    • Cellaring 15 Plus Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
    Peregrine Pinot Noir 2009 1.5L Magnum
    "It captures the mix of gorgeous Pinot red fruits with a delicious savoury und..."
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    Peregrine Saddleback Pinot Noir 2019
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2019
    • Brand Peregrine
    • Cellaring 5-10 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
    Peregrine Saddleback Pinot Noir 2019
    "A wonderful expression of Central Otago Pinot Noir. A luscious and fruit focu..."
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    Peregrine Saddleback Pinot Noir 2020
    • Variety Pinot Noir
    • Vintage 2020
    • Brand Peregrine
    • Cellaring 5-10 Years
    • Wine Type Red
    • Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
    Peregrine Saddleback Pinot Noir 2020
    "A wonderful expression of Central Otago Pinot Noir. A luscious and fruit focu..."
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Pinot Noir is a red grape that is one of the most challenging to grow in any part of the world. Due to its thin skin and tight bunches, it is susceptible to both mould and disease. However, when it is successful, it produces some of the most amazing wines in the world. Although its home is Burgundy, it has emerged as a popular variety in Australia. Representing only 1% of grapes crushed, it has built a high profile with a number of world-class, distinctly Australian wines being produced. The greatest examples coming from the cool climates of the Adelaide Hills, Tasmania, Mornington Peninsula, Geelong and the Yarra Valley.

Pinot Noir performs well on the deepish limestone based subsoils that are found on Burgundy's Côte d'Or. However, yields need to be kept in check. Pinot Noir's concentration and varietal characters disappear rapidly if yields are excessive. Some of the best and most expensive wines in the world are still found in Burgundy.

Pinot Noir also plays a key role in Champagne, being blended with Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. In the US, Oregon and Washington state are producing outstanding wines. In New Zealand, great Pinot Noirs are crafted in Martinborough and in Central Otago, New Zealand's only true continental climate.

The thin skins of Pinot Noir mean the wines are lighter in colour, body and tannins. However, the best wines have grippy tannins, fragrance and an intensity of fruit seldom found in wine from other grapes. Young Pinot Noir can smell almost sweet, but as it matures, the best wines develop a sensuous, silky mouthfeel with the fruit flavours deepening and gamey nuances emerging.

 

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