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The Province
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Province
Wine Guy: Three sips for Pinot Noir
On a warm evening, elegant and lithe Pinot Noir works wonders pairing with robust dishes. Here are three picks to try. Photo by Inside Creative House / Getty Images/iStockphoto Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. It's time to talk Pinot. Yes, in honour of International Pinot Noir Day celebrated annually on Aug. 18, but also to acknowledge its pairing prowess with summer cookouts and grill sessions. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. 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Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Pinot Noir may not be the top-of-mind red wine choice for summer barbecues. However, on a warm evening, elegant and lithe Pinot Noir works wonders pairing with robust dishes — while keeping things refreshing thanks to engaging acidity. Any discussion of Pinot Noir should rightfully start in the Burgundy region of France. Without a doubt, Burgundy represents the traditional pinnacle of Pinot Noir, long providing inspiration for Pinot producers the world over. And while top-tier Grand Cru Burgundy costs a pretty penny, larger production Burgundy, or Bourgogne, is within reach and offers a fun look into this classic French region. The venerable Maison Louis Jadot produces a wide array of Pinot Noir, and their Burgundy-classed Couvent des Jacobins brings classic red fruit, cedar and floral aromas in a suave yet grippy style that finishes fresh and dry with lingering herbal notes. Essential reading for hockey fans who eat, sleep, Canucks, repeat. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Bottom line: B+. Serve alongside grilled salmon. Undurraga 2023 Sibaris Gran Reserva Pinot Noir, Chile ($19.99, #761205) Pinot Noir has become a global grape star, though it does tend to fair best in cooler vineyard climates. But even in a country known for more warmer growing conditions, you'll find pockets of Pinot. Take Chile, for example. One of the country's oldest wineries, Undurraga, headed to the Pacific-influenced Leyda Valley to plant Pinot Noir vineyards. Morning fog and cool sea breezes help moderate temperatures, and the resulting ruby-hued Pinot Noir brings ample aromas of berries, herbs, and toasty oak. This lively, good value red is juicy and fruit-forward, with oak influence and a lick of spice building to a lengthy, lingering finish. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Bottom line: B+. Pair with grilled chicken or pork. SpearHead 2023 Cuvée Pinot Noir, British Columbia ($46.00, available through the winery) Given Pinot Noir's preference for cooler growing conditions, it shouldn't be surprising to hear that B.C. is also home to a growing number of tasty Pinots. One local winery that has really focused on Pinot Noir is Kelowna's SpearHead, which has devoted some 80 per cent of their 15 acres to the grape. Their Cuvée Pinot Noir is produced from a selection of grapes grown in the Jagged Ridge Vineyard and their East Kelowna estate. It's a robustly elegant red that is both silky and structured, with forest floor and spice notes intermingling with red fruits and floral tones before a satisfying finish. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Bottom line: A-. Great with steak tacos! The Swirl: GranVino Wine Walk Get ready for some wine tasting paired with boutique shopping during the inaugural GranVino Wine Walk. Presented by the South Granville BIA, the event takes place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Aug. 16 and sees participants wandering through 20 boutiques, galleries and showrooms from Granville Bridge to 16th Avenue. Each venue is pouring a unique wine selected by local experts, along with exclusive in-store promos and giveaways. Plus, the public plaza at Granville and 13th Avenue will be turned into a wine garden complete with DJ and games. Tickets are $75 (plus fees) and include a limited-edition GranVino tasting cup and tote bag. For complete details head to . Read More Local News Vancouver Whitecaps News Homes Vancouver Whitecaps
West Australian
6 days ago
- West Australian
Cheers to Pinot Noir Day
It is International Pinot Noir Day on Monday, August 18 — and many New Zealanders have plenty of reason to celebrate. It's a delicate but intense grape that found a home away from home in their rich soils. It was first planted in the Wairarapa region of North Island in 1883 — though it was only commercially bottled in 1987. It is now the country's favourite red wine. More than 1.5 million cases are exported each year. New Zealand has more than 240 cellar doors with over 530 winery experiences. And pinot noir can be tasted at these cellar doors: + The Landing — Bay of Islands, Northland + Wild Estate — Waiheke Island, Auckland + Matawhero — Gisborne + Crab Farm Winery — Hawke's Bay + Smith & Sheth — Hawke's Bay + Moy Hall — Wairarapa + Gravity Winery & Cellar Door — Nelson + Framingham — Marlborough + Wither Hills Cellar Door & Restaurant — Marlborough + Greystone — North Canterbury + Kinross — Central Otago + Domaine Thomson — Central Otago The team at NZ Wine has these cellar door tips, in their own words: + Plan — do not plan too many tastings for the day. On average, plan to spend 1½-2 hours at each place, and include your travel time between location. + Book ahead — some cellar doors are by appointment only, and for others, opening hours may change seasonally, so if you are keen to visit a particular winery it is always a good idea to call ahead to confirm availability. + Getting around — ensure you have a designated driver, or alternatively, there are plenty of wine tour operators who can take people on bespoke or prearranged tours. + Pre-book — winery restaurants are extremely popular and often walk-ins are turned away. + Allow time — good wine and food takes time, so enjoy it! + Many wine regions are cycle-friendly, and well set-up for biking visitors. Walking between vineyards is also an option. + Research and plan ahead — you do not want to miss out on something exciting because you have to leave! + Stay onsite so no driving is needed. There are plenty of places you can sleep among the vines. + If you do stay onsite, take comfortable shoes and a warm jacket, so you can make the most of nighttime strolls where it's just you and the vines. fact file New Zealand Winegrowers is the national organisation for the country's grape and wine sector, with over 600 grower members and 700 winery members. Established in March 2002, we are the only unified national winegrowers industry body in the world.
