2005 Burgundy Pinot Noir
WINE DETAILS
The grapes for the 2005 HANGTIME Pinot Noir from Burgundy, were on the
vine for a minimum of 107 days. Burgundy, the historic origin of Pinot Noir, was a natural
source of fruit for Hangtime Cellars. Growers in burgundy have been cultivating Pinot
Noir grapes with complex character, vibrant flavors, and rich texture for over 2000 years. The
2005 HANGTIME Pinot Noir was crafted to be enjoyed upon release or allowed to develop beautifully
over time.
APPELLATION
AOC* Burgundy is a historic region of east central France. The region's core is
the fertile Rhone and Saone river valleys, where routes from Paris and the Rhineland to the
Mediterranean converge. One varietal that thrives in the volatile and constantly changing vineyards
of Burgundy is Pinot Noir. Winemakers with a love for the Burgundy region know how
to work with the diversity and promise the land offers to bring wine lovers a wine they can
count on.
*AOC (Appellation d'Origine Controlee) is defined as the designation for wines of better quality from France, in our case Burgundy. It is a set of laws which help the consumer to determine the origin and quality of a wine. These laws dictate the grape variety, the minimum alcohol and other quality factors, for any given wine from a specific region.
2005 GROWING SEASON
By all accounts Mother Nature was smiling on Burgundy throughout
the 2005 growing season. Generally speaking, the growers were able to harvest grapes at their
leisure, due to the warm, dry conditions throughout the region. Burgundy wines from the
2005 vintage will show rich, intense flavors of red and black fruits, flowers and minerals; true
terroir expressions.
Our pinot noir is a perfect complement, rather than a competitor, to the fine works of the Chef.
Download 2005 Pinot Noir, Burgundy, France Tasting Notes (PDF)
