2022 Bencze Pinot Noir, Balatonmelleki, Hungary
$33.00
Pinot Noir from 20 year old vines grown on clay and sandstone. The fruit is destemmed and fermented in 1000L open top barrels, with 10 months élevage in Burgundy barrels, amphora and stainless steel.
Specs
- Country Hungary
- Style Red Wine
- Producer Bencze
- Farming Practices Organic, Biodynamic
- Grapes Pinot Noir
- Food Pairings Stinky Cheese, Roast White Meats, Braised Things, Meaty Fish, Red Sauce
- Characteristics Wild Side, Flexes w/ Food, Red Fruit, Dressed to Impress, Savory Red
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