This Pinot Noir is what 'Friends of Mine' is all about; bright, juicy and inviting with a spectrum of ripe and delicious red fruit. Cherry, strawberry and pomegranate flavours dominate the palate with a perfect kick of cinnamon spice and vanilla from some time maturing in French oak. Easy going soft tannins, medium-bodied, and full-on delicious.

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 that high maintenance girlfriend (you know, the one who takes forever to get dressed to go out and can be a little moody...) because it is a 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 — more is never enough. Fun Fact: As their name suggests, Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc are related to Pinot Noir. In fact they are different-coloured clones of Pinot Noir.