Pierre Chainier Pinot Noir (France) Wine Tasting Boutinot's Côtes du Rhône Villages

Boutinot's Côtes du Rhône Villages 'Les Coteaux' is therefore a selection of the best Grenache Noir and Syrah from some of the 17 named Côtes du Rhône Villages

single estate (all grapes are from their own vineyards) headed up by winemaker Emilio Pita who began his training in Bordeaux

stuffed crab

The grapes were handpicked and de-stemmed without being crushed then immediately pumped to the tank press where the juice was gently squeezed from the grapes

chicken or hors d'oeuvre

Pierre Chainier Pinot Noir (France) Wine Tasting Boutinot's Côtes du Rhône VillagesThis light but luscious red proves that quality French Pinot doesnt need to super pricey. This works really well with a good cheeseboard. or some top end cheese and onion crisps (and that doesnt mean Quavers!) Bright and juicy Pinot Noir bursting with crunchy berry fruit flavours. Well balanced with a grippy, fresh finish. Produced by Pierre Chainier Ets who own the largest vineyard holdings in Touraine. Pinot Noir grapes grown mainly on limestone