Tasting Notes & Ratings
Vintage Sommelier’s Box #9 — The Pinot Noir Explorer Box
A curated journey through the many faces of Pinot Noir — from the elegance of Burgundy to the cool-climate vibrancy of California and the refined expressions of the Loire. This box showcases six unique interpretations of the world’s most seductive grape, each offering its own texture, perfume, and sense of place.
Perfect for Pinot lovers, curious explorers, and anyone looking to taste the grape’s astonishing versatility.
What’s Inside (6-Bottle Exploration Case)
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1 × Racines – ‘Sta. Rita Hills Cuvée’ Pinot Noir 2020
A beautifully lifted, mineral-driven Californian Pinot crafted by the Franco-American team of de Montille & Péters. Silky, pure, and supremely elegant. -
1 × François d’Allaines – Volnay 2019
Classic Burgundy finesse: red berries, rose petal, subtle spice, and fine, chalky tannins. A timeless Volnay full of charm. -
1 × Domaine du Clos des Fées – ‘Aimer, Rêver, Prier, Se Taire…’ Pinot Noir 2019
A rare, poetic cuvée from Hervé Bizeul — expressive, vibrant, and deeply emotional, showcasing Pinot planted in the Roussillon hills. -
1 × Château de Marsannay – Marsannay ‘Clos de Jeu’ 2021
Structured yet elegant, with juicy red fruits, floral tones, and a refined mineral backbone typical of northern Côte de Nuits. -
1 × Domaine Régis Jouan – Menetou-Salon 2020
A Loire interpretation: bright, refreshing, and delicately spiced, offering a lighter, radiant expression of Pinot Noir. -
1 × Domaine Alphonse Mellot – Sancerre ‘La Moussière’ Rouge 2020
Pure, aromatic, and beautifully textured — a benchmark Sancerre red with finesse and precision.
12-Bottle Upgrade
Choose the 12-bottle size to receive 2 bottles of each cuvée — ideal for comparative tastings or building a diverse Pinot Noir cellar.