{"product_id":"pinotnoir","title":"2024 Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2024 Ringer Reef Pinot Noir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2024 Ringer Reef Pinot Noir is a dry, light-bodied red wine from Victoria’s Alpine Valleys. It has lifted strawberry and spice aromas that carry through the palate, with silky tannins, gentle acidity and a soft, elegant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oak flavour is not dominant, but time in older French oak barrels helps shape the palate, adding texture and length without covering up the fruit. It is a lovely choice for people who enjoy lighter red wines, especially with duck, mushroom dishes, roast chicken, pork, salmon, charcuterie, soft cheese or a Tuesday night dinner that deserves something a little nicer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWine details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alpine Valleys, Victoria\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariety\/style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinot Noir\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ringer Reef Winery\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrown\/made by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holm family, Porepunkah\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSweetness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTannin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lifted strawberry, spice, red fruits, gentle oak\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold soaked, with 5% whole bunches, then matured for 12 months in second-use French hogsheads\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest served:\u003c\/strong\u003e At room temperature, or lightly chilled for 30 minutes before serving on a warm day\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Duck, mushroom dishes, roast chicken, pork, salmon, charcuterie, soft cheese\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOccasion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuesday night dinners, cooler evenings, long lunches, meals with friends, autumn meals, gifts for Pinot Noir lovers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best enjoyed before 2030\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice:\u003c\/strong\u003e $35 AUD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine is a good choice if you are looking for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea dry Victorian Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea light-bodied red wine from the Alpine Valleys\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ean Australian Pinot Noir under $40\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea red wine to serve with duck, mushrooms or roast chicken\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea lighter red wine for warm days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea Pinot Noir with strawberry and spice notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea soft, silky red wine for dinner at home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ea small-batch Pinot Noir from a family-run winery in Porepunkah\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Pinot Noir dry or sweet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a dry Pinot Noir with lifted strawberry and spice aromas, gentle acidity and silky tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does this Pinot Noir taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is light, soft and aromatic, with strawberry, red fruit and spice notes. The oak is not dominant, but it helps shape the palate and adds gentle length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Pinot Noir oaky?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot in a big or obvious way. It spent 12 months in second-use French hogsheads, which means the oak influence is more about texture, shape and length than strong oak flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are whole bunches, and why are they used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhole bunches means some of the grape bunches were included in the ferment with their stems. In this wine, only 5% whole bunches were used, adding a little floral lift, spice and soft tannins. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat food does this Pinot Noir go with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt pairs beautifully with duck, mushroom dishes, roast chicken, pork, salmon, charcuterie and soft cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is this wine from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine is made by Ringer Reef Winery in Porepunkah, in Victoria’s Alpine Valleys wine region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould Pinot Noir be served chilled?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe it at room temperature. On a warm day, pop it in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving so it feels fresh and bright in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I cellar this Pinot Noir?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It will be best enjoyed before 2030.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a good everyday red wine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It has enough elegance for a special meal, but it is also soft, light and easy enough for a Tuesday night dinner at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIf you like this Pinot Noir, you may also enjoy:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Sparkling Pinot Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e, for a dry traditional method sparkling wine with crisp apple, brioche and creaminess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e, for a dry, medium to full-bodied white wine with subtle stonefruit, creamy texture and delicate oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Sangiovese\u003c\/strong\u003e, for a savoury red wine with Italian charm and food-friendly structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e, for a soft, generous red wine with gentle fruit and easy-drinking appeal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ringer Reef Winery","offers":[{"title":"bottle","offer_id":43444880343230,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2281\/8787\/files\/Image_2.png?v=1774847132","url":"https:\/\/ringerreef.com.au\/products\/pinotnoir","provider":"Ringer Reef Winery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}