The 2022 Vint Pinot Noir is made primarily from Pinot Noir grapes, with some Syrah thrown in to beef up the blend. Yeah, I was surprised, too. A major winemaker who actually admits to putting Syrah in their Pinot Noir. Go figure. Alcohol stays low, though, at 13.5% abv and this bottle cost me $5, on sale from $12.
This wine is medium dark purple in the glass. Its nose is somewhat muted, but what's there is fruity. Cherry, raspberry, strawberry and plum notes abound, with a trace of vanilla also coming through. The palate shows barely a hint of black tea, with the dark fruit overpowering everything else. This is where the raspberry is the strongest. It's a smooth sip, with soft tannins and a refreshing acidity. I paired it with my beef bourguignon and it was quite nice.
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