Pinot Noir

Winery: L'Agnostique
Region: Southern and Central France
Locale: Auvergne
Appellation:  Vin de France
Designation: IGP

In a few words: Elegant aromatics, a beautiful transparency, and a balanced palate.

Site: Sourced from high, volcanic sites in Auvergne near Puy de Dôme, and additionally in vineyards in the Drôme. Here, the Pinot benefits from a continental climate, as in Burgundy, with long sunny days and cool nights combining with soil that allows full expression of the fruit and Pinot Noir elegance. Vineyards are cultivated under Agriculture Raisonée.

Grapes: 100% Pinot Noir picked at full maturity and low yields.

Fermentation and Aging: Grapes are de-stemmed and given a classic Burgundian fermentation beginning with a cold soak to extract the delicate fruit notes followed by a controlled two week fermentation. The Pinot Noir is produced without the use of oak barrels - both stainless steel and cement vats are used. 

Notes: Unlike so many inexpensive Pinot Noirs, L’Agnostique Pinot Noir shows off its French pedigree with elegant aromatics, a beautiful transparency, and a balanced palate. On the nose, a bouquet of red berry fruits with a touch of spices. Complex on the palate, with elegant but assertive tannins, and a lovely balance overall. Drink it with grilled fish, roast chicken or game birds, pork tenderloin, or beef stewed in red wine (ideally stewed in L’Agnostique Pinot Noir). Drink it with pasta or cheese.