About the Wine: Burgundy is the birthplace of Pinot Noir and many of the world's best Pinot Noirs still come from there. Cote d'Or is the premiere region for both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay within Burgundy. At this price point the wine is almost certainly made from castoff grapes from around the region rather than from a single vineyard or from a collection of the better grapes available. It is still an opportunity to experience the terroir of one of the world's best appellations on a hipster budget.
About THIS Wine: It is very light in the glass, almost pink. The nose is musky and the palate is very light but oddly firm and tannic. Notes of cherry are present, but the tannins really define this wine in both palate and finish.
Drinking This Wine: This is very much a food wine. It would be excellent with honey roasted chicken and might even work with fried chicken.
Overall Impression: This is definitely not the most accessible wine but it is a good representation of Old Word Pinot Noir. At fourteen dollars a bottle it is good for the price.
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