Pinot Noir grape variety

Looking for a sparkling wine with real character? This Alsatian bubbly comes from a family estate in Mittelbergheim, where the vines are farmed organically and the soils — a mix of limestone and marl — give the fruit a lovely tension. Hand-picked grapes, a gentle press and a long ageing on lees build those fine, persistent bubbles you can feel straight away. With barely any dosage, it stays crisp and clean: think green apple, citrus zest, a hint of brioche and a chalky finish. Perfect as an aperitif, with oysters, or whenever you fancy something a little more serious than usual.

A bright, inviting bubbly from a family house rooted in the chalky soils of the Marne, where Pinot Noir, Meunier and Chardonnay are tended with real care. The pale salmon colour comes from a touch of still red wine blended in, giving you juicy notes of wild strawberry, raspberry and a little citrus zest. Patient ageing on the lees adds a soft, creamy texture that balances the lively freshness beautifully. Lovely as an aperitif, it also works a treat with charcuterie, grilled salmon or a bowl of summer berries. Easy-going, elegant and made to be shared with friends.

Imagine a pinot noir that feels light on its feet yet has plenty to say. Grown on the Hagel slope, where limestone-rich soils and a sunny exposure give the grapes real depth, this one comes from the Rieffel family in Mittelbergheim — biodynamic growers who let the vineyard do the talking. Hand-harvested fruit, gentle extraction and ageing in older oak keep everything fresh and honest: think wild cherry, redcurrant and a whisper of smoky spice, with silky tannins and a lively finish. Pour it slightly chilled alongside roast poultry, charcuterie or a mushroom risotto, and you'll see exactly why Alsace reds deserve more attention.

Looking for a Burgundy red that punches well above its postcode? This one comes from Pierre Boisson, a name you'll know from Meursault, where precision and purity are the house style. Up in the cooler hills behind Beaune, the Pinot Noir vines sit on limestone-rich slopes that keep the fruit fresh and lively. The 2020 vintage gives you ripe red cherry and wild raspberry, a touch of forest floor, and silky tannins that never overpower. Gentle extraction and a light touch with the oak let the terroir speak. Pour it with roast chicken, mushrooms or a charcuterie board — you won't be disappointed.

This lively red from Domaine Rougeot captures the true spirit of Burgundy. Crafted with care by a family known for their elegant and expressive wines, it blends freshness and depth in perfect balance. Its bright fruit notes and silky texture make it a joy to drink, whether shared over dinner or enjoyed on its own. You’ll find a touch of spice and a soft finish that keeps you coming back for more. Serve it slightly cool, around 15–16°C, to let its aromas open beautifully and reveal all the charm of this delightful vintage.

Discover a pure expression of German craftsmanship with this elegant Pinot Noir from Baden. The duo behind the bottle, Enderle and Moll, are known for their artisanal approach and gentle touch in the vineyard, creating wines that feel alive in the glass. Expect delicate red fruit, subtle spice, and a whisper of earthiness that reveals its origin with every sip. It’s the kind of wine that invites slow moments and good company. Serve it slightly chilled, around 14–16°C, to let its freshness and finesse shine through. A true gem for lovers of authentic, soulful wines.

This vibrant red from Martha Stoumen, crafted in 2021, is all about freshness, balance and easy pleasure. Known for her thoughtful approach to natural winemaking in California, she creates bottles that feel both joyful and refined. Expect juicy notes of red berries, a touch of spice and a silky texture that makes each sip irresistible. It’s the kind of wine you’ll want to open for a relaxed evening with friends or a casual dinner. Serve it slightly chilled, around 14–16°C, to let its lively character shine through and enjoy its playful yet elegant personality at its best.

Picture a Pinot Noir that tastes of the place it comes from. Grown on the northern tip of the Côte de Nuits, these vines sit on limestone-rich clay soils farmed organically, with real care given to old plots and low yields. The grapes are picked by hand, fermented with wild yeasts using a good share of whole bunches, then aged gently in barrel so the fruit keeps centre stage. You get bright red cherry, wild strawberry, a twist of pepper and fine, silky tannins. Lovely now with roast chicken or charcuterie, yet happy to wait a few years in the cellar.

This elegant red from Alsace reveals the talent of Maison Moritz Prado, a family-run estate known for crafting wines full of character and finesse. The 2020 vintage offers a smooth balance between ripe red fruits, subtle spices, and silky tannins that make each sip a delight. It’s the kind of wine you open to share a moment, pairing beautifully with grilled meats or aged cheese. Serve it slightly cool, around 16°C, to let its aromas fully unfold. A charming choice for anyone who loves refined yet approachable wines with authentic regional flair.

This 2019 vintage from La Grange de l’Oncle Charles is a true reflection of Alsace’s elegance and authenticity. Crafted with passion by a producer known for his commitment to organic practices and respect for the land, it reveals a vibrant freshness balanced by delicate aromatic notes. The wine carries both character and finesse, making it an ideal choice for those who appreciate purity and precision in their glass. Perfect to enjoy with light dishes or simply on its own, it expresses the soul of its terroir beautifully. Serve ideally between 8 and 10°C to savour its full charm.

Crafted by Corentin Houillon, this 2021 red is a true expression of passion and authenticity. The winemaker, known for his dedication to living soils and minimal intervention, delivers a wine that feels vibrant, pure and full of character. Expect a lively freshness with delicate fruit, subtle spice and a silky texture that makes every sip a pleasure. It’s the kind of bottle that invites you to slow down and savour the moment, whether shared with friends or enjoyed quietly. Serve it ideally at 15–16°C to let its finesse shine through and reveal all its beautiful nuances.

A rosé that charms from the first sip. Crafted by a family house in Épernay that still ferments its wines in small oak casks, it carries a gentle vanilla warmth alongside bright red fruit. Think wild strawberry, raspberry and a touch of blood orange, all wrapped in fine, persistent bubbles. The blend draws on Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier from carefully chosen Champagne villages, aged patiently on lees to build real depth and a silky texture. Lovely as an aperitif, but it truly shines with grilled salmon, duck breast or a summer berry tart. Gift box included — ready to impress.

Made entirely from Pinot Noir and Trousseau grown on the clay-limestone slopes around Arbois, this sparkling Jura is pure energy in a glass. Bénédicte and Stéphane Tissot farm biodynamically, picking by hand and pressing whole bunches gently so the juice stays bright and pale. After a long rest on lees in the cellar, you get fine, persistent bubbles and a lovely creamy texture. Expect red apple, crushed strawberry, brioche and a chalky, mouth-watering finish. Serve it well chilled as an aperitif, with oysters, fried chicken or a plate of Comté — it handles all three with ease. Seriously good value fizz.

Grown on the cool, high-altitude slopes above Beaune, this Pinot Noir comes from Pierre Boisson, a grower better known for brilliant whites but just as gifted with reds. The limestone-rich plot gives the wine its lift: bright red cherry, wild raspberry and a twist of crushed stone, carried by silky tannins and a fresh, mouth-watering finish. Hand-harvested fruit, gentle extraction and a patient ageing in used oak keep everything pure and transparent — no make-up, just honest Burgundy. Lovely now with roast chicken or charcuterie, and happy to rest a few more years in your cellar. You'll want a second bottle.

Crafted in Pierry, just south of Épernay, this is the signature cuvée of a young grower who farms his vines with real care across the Coteaux Sud d'Épernay. A blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir drawn from dozens of tiny plots, it's partly fermented in oak and aged on reserve wines, giving it depth without heaviness. Expect white peach, citrus zest and a gentle brioche note, all carried by a chalky, mouth-watering finish. Barely dosed, so the fruit and minerality do the talking. Brilliant as an aperitif, but equally happy alongside oysters, sushi or a roast chicken.

Crafted in Aÿ, this cuvée comes from a house that has been shaping Grand Cru fruit since 1906. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from chalky Champagne slopes are blended with a generous share of reserve wines, then given long ageing on lees in the cellars to build depth and finesse. Expect a fine, persistent mousse, aromas of white peach, citrus zest and brioche, with a chalky freshness that keeps everything bright right to the finish. Presented in a smart gift box, it's an easy win for celebrations, aperitifs or gifting. Serve chilled, and pour it alongside oysters, sushi or simply on its own.

Straight from the Jura, this is one of those bottles that makes you smile before you've even finished the first glass. Anne and Jean-François Ganevat farm their old vines biodynamically, with real care for soil life and very little fuss in the cellar — wild yeasts, gentle extraction, barely any sulphur. The result? A juicy, playful red built on Jurassien varieties and a few surprises blended in, all crunchy red berries, wild herbs and a lively mineral streak from those limestone and marl soils. Serve it slightly chilled with charcuterie, roast chicken or just good company. Honest, drinkable and full of personality.

A red that lives up to its name, crafted by one of the Jura's most talked-about estates. Anne and Jean-François Ganevat farm their old vines biodynamically, working tiny plots of marl and limestone with obsessive care and picking everything by hand. In the cellar, the approach is gloriously hands-off: native yeasts, gentle extraction, minimal sulphur, long ageing in old barrels. The result is a wonderfully drinkable wine, bursting with crunchy red berries, wild herbs and a fresh, mineral finish. Pour it slightly chilled alongside charcuterie, roast poultry or a simple mushroom risotto, and you'll see what the fuss is about.

Crafted in Meursault by a family estate working its vines organically and biodynamically, this Pinot Noir comes from a parcel on the Côte d'Or where clay-limestone soils give real depth and freshness. The 2023 vintage brings ripe red fruit: cherry, raspberry and a touch of wild strawberry, lifted by gentle spice. Vinification stays deliberately low-key, with native yeasts, a soft extraction and ageing in older barrels so the fruit and the terroir do the talking. The result is supple, juicy and beautifully drinkable, with fine tannins and a savoury finish. Perfect with roast poultry, charcuterie or a Sunday lunch with friends.

Born in Verzy, a grand cru village on the Montagne de Reims, this is Champagne with real character. The estate works biodynamically, letting chalky, wooded slopes speak through old-vine Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Expect a rich, textured sparkling wine built on a perpetual reserve, aged long on lees and finished with barely any dosage — so what you taste is pure fruit, chalk and energy. Think ripe orchard fruit, toasted brioche, dried herbs and a saline, mineral finish that keeps going. Serve it with roast poultry, aged cheese or simply on its own. If you love honest, terroir-driven fizz, you'll find plenty to enjoy here.

A bright, juicy Pinot Noir from the heart of Alsace, crafted by Pierre Weber on clay-limestone slopes that give the fruit real freshness. Think crunchy red cherry, wild strawberry and a touch of spice, with silky tannins that make it easy to love from the very first sip. The grapes are hand-picked, gently de-stemmed and fermented at low temperature to keep all that lovely fruit intact, before a short ageing that preserves its energy. Serve it lightly chilled with charcuterie, roast chicken or a mushroom tart. Honest, vibrant and beautifully drinkable — you'll want a second bottle.

Imagine a champagne with nothing to hide: no dosage, no added sugar, just pure fruit and chalky freshness. Crafted by a house that has stayed loyal to fermentation in small oak casks since 1864, it carries a lovely toasty depth alongside bright citrus, white flowers and a hint of green apple. The blend draws on Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier from classic Champagne slopes, then rests patiently on its lees to build texture and finesse. Bone-dry yet generous, it's brilliant with oysters, sushi or simply on its own. Comes in a smart gift box, so it's ready to impress straight away.

Crafted by the talented Arlaud family, this 2023 Pinot Noir captures the pure spirit of Burgundy with elegance and charm. Expect bright red fruit, a hint of spice, and a silky texture that makes each sip a real pleasure. The careful work in the vines and cellar brings out freshness and balance, perfect for sharing over dinner or enjoying on its own. Serve it slightly cool, around 15–16°C, to let its delicate aromas open fully. A bottle that proves how passion and tradition can create something truly special from one of Burgundy’s most respected domaines.

From the heart of the Jura, this Pinot Noir reveals all the charm of its hillside terroir. Crafted with care by Domaine la Grapp’A, a small estate known for its authentic, low-intervention wines, it offers delicate aromas of red berries, subtle spices and a silky texture that lingers beautifully on the palate. Each sip feels honest and full of life, perfectly balanced between freshness and finesse. Serve it slightly chilled, around 14–16°C, to let its vibrant character shine. A genuine expression of passion and craftsmanship that turns any meal into a moment to savour.