The 'Old Man of the Valley' Pinot Noir is seriously exciting stuff. Deliciously bright and textural Pinot from cold, stony vineyards deep in the Central Valley's old glacial riverbeds. Summer fruits of red currant, raspberry and wild strawberries on the nose follow through to a juicy palate. A touch of oak adds spice complexity.

Origin: Burgundy, eastern France. Mainly Grown In: France, Germany, USA, NZ, Italy, Australia, Chile. Key Facts: As a wine drinker, Pinot Noir is one smooth talking charmer; silken texture, soft tannins, juicy acidity and as light in colour as it is on its feet. But as a grape grower, Pinot Noir has more in common with a high maintenance type of friend or family member. It can be fickle and difficult grape to grow. But the toil of growing it is always worth it in the end. Nothing quite compares to the splendour of Pinot Noir — packed with flavours of strawberry, warm baking spices and elegant earthiness. Fun Fact: 'Red Burgundy' is almost always made from Pinot Noir. The 'Old Man of the Valley' Pinot Noir is seriously exciting stuff. Deliciously bright and textural Pinot from cold, stony vineyards deep in the Central Valley's old glacial riverbeds. Summer fruits of redcurrant, raspberry and wild strawberries on the nose follow through to a juicy palate. A touch of oak adds spice complexity.