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Before you buy
Chardonnay explained: oaked, unoaked, Chablis and sparklingPinot Noir explained: regions, styles, serving and foodThis is a fabulous Pinotage - one of the best we have ever tasted, including examples that cost considerably more than this. Pinotage is Pinot Noir crossed with Cinsault, and this wine tastes exactly like that - it has the beautiful hedgerow fruit of Pinot Noir, seasoned with the liquorice and star anise spice of Cinsault. Caressing the palate with Pinot’s seductive silky softness, it has just a touch more roundness and body. A succulent wine with beautiful balance and no hard edges. Martin Meinert explained that the ‘burnt rubber’ flavour associated with Pinotage is in fact the taste of careless winemaking, to which this grape variety is highly sensitive. By taking meticulous care of the fruit from picking all the way through the winemaking process, Meinert ensures that we get to experience its true - delicious - character. The Printer’s Ink name is a tribute to the Meinert family’s heritage as master printers in Namibia.
At a glance
- Shop: The Great Wine Co.
- Brand: Meinert
- Price: £18.85
Prices come from the shop and may have changed. Check price and delivery with the shop before you buy.
Good to know
- Use a sparkling wine stopper to keep an opened bottle of fizz for a day or two.
- Recork and refrigerate an opened red; most keep for two to three days.
- A pale colour is normal for Pinot Noir and not a sign of a weak wine.
Common questions
What does Blanc de Noirs mean?
It is a white sparkling wine, usually Champagne, made only from black grapes such as Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. The juice is pressed off the skins quickly so it stays pale.
What food goes with Pinot Noir?
Roast chicken, duck, salmon, mushrooms and soft cheeses are classic matches. It is lighter than most reds, so it suits dishes that a heavy red would overwhelm.