The Pinot Noir & Grenache Thread

[B3nno]

Yarraloch Stephanie’s Dream Whole-Bunch Pinot Noir 2015
RRP $52.00 OFFER $25.90 @ Randells

Thanks for posting, was about to do the same. Wondering if anyone has tried this wine?

 

[qaz]

Thanks @qaz I’ve just bought 2 of the 2019 Domaine de Bellene Bourgogne Rouge Maison Dieu Vieilles Vignes (Pommard) on your suggestion and 2 of their Chardonnay as well. I got mine price matched at Different Drop (they have cheaper shopping - $10 for under $150, and free above $150). Links here if anyone needs them: Rogue and Chardonnay

no worries, somehow totally forgot about DD so glad you remembered/checked them, there's also a referral thread - note that unlike most of their/his other wines, that chardonnay isn't old-vine (Vieilles Vignes) - did you also consider/buy any Daniel Bouland beaujolais?

Domaine de Bellene

Domaine de Bellene (the old name for Beaune) was set up by Burgundy winemaker Nicolas Potel in 2005 and was originally named Domaine Nicolas Potel - this was changed to avoid confusion with the negociant business Maison Nicolas Potel. The Potel family became famous due to their ownership of...

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But to answer your other question, I love most Australian classics - Shiraz, cab sav, pinot and riesling are probably at the top. But my motivation for branching into French wine was to try something different and go in with an open mind. So really just after a broad mix to see what I like, and at probably around/under $50pb (hence trying the ones you mentioned above). By the way, that comparison list you have dug up and quoted is great - thanks !

the Whistle Stop Tour France Zoom by Melbourne Wine House is good value for the wines alone even without attending the session

couple of other burgundies @ Randall's:

• 2019 Domaine Amiot-Servelle Bourgogne (Chambolle-Musigny) - AM86-89 - $59

2019 Burgundy! A vintage to get excited about! Amiot-Servelle pre-arrival

Incredible pre-arrival pricing

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Best value 2019 red Burgundy en primeur to buy - Decanter

Charles Curtis MW selects his best value red wines from the 2019 Burgundy vintage.

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• 2019 Faiveley Mercurey 1er Cru Clos du Roy - JS94, WA(WK)93 - $75

Best of all time? Faiveley 2019 - 1er Cru, Framboisiers, Vieilles Vignes and Bourgogne Rouge from $35.

Burgundy 2019: top-value buys | FINE+RARE

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Yarraloch Stephanie’s Dream Whole-Bunch Pinot Noir 2015
RRP $52.00 OFFER $25.90 @ Randells

Thanks for posting, was about to do the same. Wondering if anyone has tried this wine?

Yarra Valley Classics - the bargain of the year!

50% off Chardonnay and Pinot Noir

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i've had the 2017 which was available via MWG - not a 97pt wine imo - the 2013 single vineyard that @The Warlock enjoyed enough to order more is still $15 direct in dozens (free MEL delivery, else $15)

 

[jrod]

Hi Qaz, I also picked up a bottle of ‘19 Bellene Bourgogne from a Brisbane retailer to road test. Might try it tonight or at least coravin a glass.

 

[jrod]

Loving most ‘20 Victoria and Tas pinots so far, it’s been a stand out vintage for me since probably ‘15. Problem is such small yields.

Has anyone tried the ‘20 Hoddles 1ER yet? The estate is top notch.

 

[kevviek]

i've had the 2017 which was available via MWG - not a 97pt wine imo - the 2013 single vineyard that @The Warlock enjoyed enough to order more is still $15 direct in dozens (free MEL delivery, else $15)

Has anyone opened one (a 2013) lately? The reviews in 2016 were saying drink now, back then…

 

[billbro]

Has anyone tried the ‘20 Hoddles 1ER yet? The estate is top notch.

Yes, very solid wine - I preferred it over the '17 which we had for comparison.

Liked it enough to order straight after and in the same little period we've tried Bass Philip, Holyman, Stoneyrise, etc.

Admittedly, I already had ordered some bottles of Holyman (x2) and Stoneyrise (x2) and also the base Hoddles (x1 of each).

 

[Alzoam]

Hi Qaz, I also picked up a bottle of ‘19 Bellene Bourgogne from a Brisbane retailer to road test. Might try it tonight or at least coravin a glass.

Keen to hear what you think @jrod , very little burgundy experience but also tossing up whether I get a couple

 

[jrod]

Keen to hear what you think @jrod , very little burgundy experience but also tossing up whether I get a couple

Having a couple glasses now. I drink mostly pinot and have a modest collection of burgundy and rate this one for the price. Dark crimson, medium+ body, great structure and approachable. A little bit sappy and stemy with dark earthy aniseed, mushroom and spice (in a good way) and ripe raspberry. Still quite fruit driven but it’s a little bit meatier than your usual pinot. Definitely punching well above it’s weight for a Bourgogne.

I’d happily recommend getting a couple bottles.

 

[qaz]

2020 Chatto @ The Wine Collective after 8.5% Cashrewards (less $10/$20 voucher):

• Chatto Intrigue 2020 - HH96, GW95 - $69.53
• Chatto Isle 2020 - GW96 - $92.41

Jim Chatto @ The Wine Wankers

Chatto | Buy Chatto Wines Online | The Wine Collective

Discover the rich and delicious wines from Chatto available to order online with delivery direct to your door. Enjoy reds and whites from this premium producer.

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Joseph Faiveley Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2019 $29.90 in 6pk @ Boccaccio
I haven't had much burgundy, though may be catching the bug now, but this is the best Bourgogne Rouge I've had yet - different from, but as good as, some of my favourite pinot noirs, including 2017 Lethbridge, Bay of Fires, Hoddles Creek

Faiveley Bourgogne Rouge 2019

Faiveley Bourgogne Rouge 2019

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• $30 @ Jim's Cellars - price match at Prince Wine Store, possibly European Wine Store, Dan's if stock can be found @misohoney

Joseph Faiveley Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2021

From the great Burgundy king, Joseph Faiveley. Great entry level French Burgundy at a great entry level price. Beautiful ruby colour. This wine has pleasant, fresh, red-fruit aromas on the nose, which we also savour on the palate. It has rich and very ripe substance, with fine round tannins...

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Domaine Faiveley Mercurey 1er Cru 'Clos des Myglands' Monopole 2021

''Delivering aromas of sweet berry fruit, plums, espresso roast and spices. Medium to full-bodied, rich and fleshy, with powdery tannins and lively acids,'' 92 Points, William Kelley, Wine Advocate Magazine (Previous Vintage Review) "It's a terrific set of wines from Domaine Faiveley, with...

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Yes, very solid wine - I preferred it over the '17 which we had for comparison.

interesting - haven't had the 1er yet, nor either 2020, but the 2017 standard is my favourite

 

[qaz]

Wineaway Epic Burgundy Fire Sale - Owner says Sell! DRC (Romanee Conti), G Roumier, Rousseau, JF Mugnier & more

Today we offer part of a magnificent Burgundy collection that has been housed at Wineaway since release and sourced from Australia’s finest retailers (including us) over the last decade. The collection includes many of the world’s most sought after wines including Romanee Conti La Tache, Armand Rousseau and George Roumier, including many wines that are not currently available in Australia.

Domaines include:

• Armand Rousseau & Arnoux Lachaux, Bouchard & Bruno Clair
• Chateau de la Tour, Clos de Tart, Comte de Vogue, Confuron Cotetidot
• DRC (Romanee Conti), de l’Arlot, de Montille, Denis Mortet, Dugat Py & Dujac
• d’Eugenie, Faiveley, & Francois Lamarche
• George Roumier & Ghislaine Barthod
• Henri Boillot, Henri Gouges & Hudelot Noellat
• JF Mugnier, Jean Grivot & Joseph Drouhin
• Liger Belair, Louis Jadot & Lucien Le Moine
• Meo Camuzet & Mugneret Gibourg
• Ponsot & Pousse d’Or
• Robert Chevillon & Robert Groffier
• Sylvain Cathiard
• Taupenot Merme
• Vougeraie

Epic Burgundy Fire Sale List - Sep 2021.xlsx

Just In Must Have!

Just In Must Have! - Just In Must Have!

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[Mynameismynameis]

Wineaway Epic Burgundy Fire Sale - Owner says Sell! DRC (Romanee Conti), G Roumier, Rousseau, JF Mugnier & more

Today we offer part of a magnificent Burgundy collection that has been housed at Wineaway since release and sourced from Australia’s finest retailers (including us) over the last decade. The collection includes many of the world’s most sought after wines including Romanee Conti La Tache, Armand Rousseau and George Roumier, including many wines that are not currently available in Australia.

Domaines include:

• Armand Rousseau & Arnoux Lachaux, Bouchard & Bruno Clair
• Chateau de la Tour, Clos de Tart, Comte de Vogue, Confuron Cotetidot
• DRC (Romanee Conti), de l’Arlot, de Montille, Denis Mortet, Dugat Py & Dujac
• d’Eugenie, Faiveley, & Francois Lamarche
• George Roumier & Ghislaine Barthod
• Henri Boillot, Henri Gouges & Hudelot Noellat
• JF Mugnier, Jean Grivot & Joseph Drouhin
• Liger Belair, Louis Jadot & Lucien Le Moine
• Meo Camuzet & Mugneret Gibourg
• Ponsot & Pousse d’Or
• Robert Chevillon & Robert Groffier
• Sylvain Cathiard
• Taupenot Merme
• Vougeraie

Epic Burgundy Fire Sale List - Sep 2021.xlsx

Just In Must Have!

Just In Must Have! - Just In Must Have!

www.wineaway.com.au

I'd really love to buy something, but the cheapest I like is $139-149

 

[toney]

no worries, somehow totally forgot about DD so glad you remembered/checked them, there's also a referral thread - note that unlike most of their/his other wines, that chardonnay isn't old-vine (Vieilles Vignes) - did you also consider/buy any Daniel Bouland beaujolais?

Domaine de Bellene

Domaine de Bellene (the old name for Beaune) was set up by Burgundy winemaker Nicolas Potel in 2005 and was originally named Domaine Nicolas Potel - this was changed to avoid confusion with the negociant business Maison Nicolas Potel. The Potel family became famous due to their ownership of...

www.differentdrop.com

Unfortunately no i did not buy any Beaujolais, tbh i didn't really know what i was looking for so I just jumped on the one you suggested. Will pay more attention and grab a couple bottles to sample next time i go through DD

2020 Chatto @ The Wine Collective after 8.5% Cashrewards (less $10/$20 voucher):

• Chatto Intrigue 2020 - HH96, GW95 - $69.53
• Chatto Isle 2020 - GW96 - $92.41

Jim Chatto @ The Wine Wankers

Chatto | Buy Chatto Wines Online | The Wine Collective

Discover the rich and delicious wines from Chatto available to order online with delivery direct to your door. Enjoy reds and whites from this premium producer.

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Yeah I am a big fan of Tassie pinots, particularly from the Huon Valley. I have some Chatto which are great, as well as Elsewhere Vineyard which borders Chatto but it is in somewhat of a restorative stage as their vines were neglected for a period of time. But I do find it very hard to beat the Home Hill Kelly's Reserve Pinot - I highly recommend this one if anyone ever comes across it, but it is rarely on sale!

 

[WrenchHammerMcTool]

Wineaway Epic Burgundy Fire Sale - Owner says Sell! DRC (Romanee Conti), G Roumier, Rousseau, JF Mugnier & more

Today we offer part of a magnificent Burgundy collection that has been housed at Wineaway since release and sourced from Australia’s finest retailers (including us) over the last decade. The collection includes many of the world’s most sought after wines including Romanee Conti La Tache, Armand Rousseau and George Roumier, including many wines that are not currently available in Australia.

Domaines include:

• Armand Rousseau & Arnoux Lachaux, Bouchard & Bruno Clair
• Chateau de la Tour, Clos de Tart, Comte de Vogue, Confuron Cotetidot
• DRC (Romanee Conti), de l’Arlot, de Montille, Denis Mortet, Dugat Py & Dujac
• d’Eugenie, Faiveley, & Francois Lamarche
• George Roumier & Ghislaine Barthod
• Henri Boillot, Henri Gouges & Hudelot Noellat
• JF Mugnier, Jean Grivot & Joseph Drouhin
• Liger Belair, Louis Jadot & Lucien Le Moine
• Meo Camuzet & Mugneret Gibourg
• Ponsot & Pousse d’Or
• Robert Chevillon & Robert Groffier
• Sylvain Cathiard
• Taupenot Merme
• Vougeraie

Epic Burgundy Fire Sale List - Sep 2021.xlsx

Just In Must Have!

Just In Must Have! - Just In Must Have!

www.wineaway.com.au

Not the greatest of prices TBH

 

[qaz]

Celebrate the Barossa & International Grenache Day

Today is International Grenache Day and it is our pleasure to be joining our close friends from the Barossa Valley for a discussion and live tasting through some exceptional Barossan wines. Marco Cirillo from Cirillo Estate, Chief Winemaker Fiona Donald from Seppeltsfield Wines and Angus Hughson are going to be diving deep into what makes Grenache tick in the Barossa and tasting wines from across the region. Join us on Facebook HERE at 4pm AEST, 3:30pm ACST or 2pm AWST.

 

[qaz]

Rochford (referrals) back-vintage sale

Huge pinot noir savings in the back vintage pick 'n' mix sale!

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[Mynameismynameis]

Rochford (referrals) back-vintage sale

Huge pinot noir savings in the back vintage pick 'n' mix sale!

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Pity the best deals on the Pinots are sold out.

 

[qaz]

30% off imported wine @ Buzz Wines via voucher includes:

• Domaine Collotte Marsannay Le Clos de Jeu 2015 $41.30
• Domaine Fabien Coche Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2019 $44.80
• Domaine Charvin Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2016 magnum $210 - MB/NG96, GW95, HH89, JD97, V(JR)96, JS95-96, D(MW)95, JL96, WA(CZ)92-94+, GK16.5, JR(RH)16, JLL5

30% off vouchers available until today?

• 2019 David Duband Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits Louis Auguste $54.60

David Duband Bourgogne Hautes Cotes de Nuits Louis Auguste Pinot Noir 2019

Certified Organic (Ecocert) Variety: Pinot Noir Country, Region: France, Burgundy, Gevrey-Chambertin Appellation: Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits 'There is a touch of herbal tea character on the pretty and fresh red berry fruit and gentle earth nuanced nose. The round, delicious and solidly...

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FINE+RARE: David Duband, Burgundy Wines

Domaine David Duband produces wines from 23 prestigious appellations, from Nuits-Saint-Georges to Gevrey-Chambertin. Browse exclusive releases on FINE+RARE

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• 2019 Faiveley Mercurey 1er Cru Clos du Roy - JS94, WA(WK)93 - $75

Best of all time? Faiveley 2019 - 1er Cru, Framboisiers, Vieilles Vignes and Bourgogne Rouge from $35.

Burgundy 2019: top-value buys | FINE+RARE

www.frw.co.uk

• 2019 Faiveley Mercurey 1er Cru Clos des Myglands Monopole $68.62 @ The Wine Collective after 8.5% Cashrewards (less $10/$20 voucher)

2019 Domaine Faiveley Mercurey 1er Cru 'Clos des Myglands' Monopole

2019 Domaine Faiveley Mercurey 1er Cru 'Clos des Myglands' Monopole from Burgundy, France - Read Reviews At The Wine Collective

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2019 Faiveley Mercurey 1er Cru Clos des Myglands 1500ml

2019 Faiveley Mercurey 1er Cru Clos des Myglands 1500ml from Burgundy, France - Read Reviews At The Wine Collective

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domaine faiveley mercurey 1er cru clos des myglands | K&L Wine Merchants

Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy: "Just bottled. Rich full purple, with a soft sweet deep raspberry and strawberry bouquet, with some nutty notes. Tense and lean, slight apple acidity. Lush but lean at the same time. Tasted: November 2020."

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[qaz]

$129.50 each @ Grand Millesime

Pierrick Bouley was the only producer specifically named in William Kelley's Wine Advocate Burgundy report yesterday, which "includes a number of up-and-coming producers that should be on your radar, in particular Volnay’s young Pierrick Bouley" - these two vineyards are considered amongst the best Volnay 1er Crus, and his Volnays were rated as the best of the appellation by Burgundy specialist Bill Nanson

2018 Pierrick Bouley Volnay 1er Cru "Champans"

2018 Pierrick Bouley Volnay 1er Cru "Champans" Date: 5/7/20 Recommendation: Decant for 1 hour. Drink from 2025-2045. D...

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Domaine Pierrick Bouley 2018 Pre Arrival Offer. Save 25% for the next 7 days. Great new reviews!

Domaine Réyane et Pascal BOULEY/Pierrick BOULEY (Volnay) -- 2018 Tasted from Tank and Barrel

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2019 Champans and Clos de Chenes from Bouley - Very Small Allocations of the Stunning 2019s

2019 Vintage in Burgundy - The Best Vintage Since 2010 - Will Drink Well Young - Very Small Quantities 2019 Pierrick Bouley Volnay 1er C...

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[qaz]

Bicknell FC Applecross Pinot Noir 2018 - AG95, CM(WF)94

• $42.30 @ The Right Drop after 10% off with OPEN10 ($20 off $100 voucher)
• price-match @ Cloudwine

Review: Bicknell FC Applecross Pinot Noir 2018. Pure Yarra Pinot delight.

I wasn’t drinking when I opened this Bicknell FC Applecross Pinot Noir 2018 and regretted it. This sort of seduction, this effortless Pinot style is what I want to be drinking at a restaurant where I can finish the bottle. […]

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Dalrymple Cottage Block Pinot Noir 2019 - HH96, AG95, AH93, CM(WF)92, RD19

• $45.30 @ Get Wines Direct via Vivino after 20% off with VIVINOAU20, 5.6% Cashrewards
• $52.99 @ Our Cellar
• price match @ Dan's, Prince Wine Store

Review: Dalrymple Cottage Block Pinot Noir 2019

Oh boy. If you like the standard Dalrymple Pinot (which I did), then you need to try this Dalrymple Cottage Block Pinot Noir 2019. The Cottage Block is one of the single vineyard offerings from this most-improved producer, drawn from […]

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Dalrymple Cottage Block Pinot Noir 2019

Sourced from the Cottage Block, one of the oldest plots for the Dalrymple home estate. Maturation in French oak (35% new). Vigneron is he of the firm, warm handshake, Pete Caldwell. Dalrymple, Cott…

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Dalrymple Cottage Block Pinot Noir 2019

I wonder if the founders of Dalrymple imagined that Tasmania would end up as one of the most desirable wine regions in Australia? It took a while but they

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Reynella Basket Pressed Grenache 2018 $36.67 in 6pk @ Cellar One (referrals) - October Special

Yalumba Vine Vale Grenache 2019 - TS96, CM(WF)94, MB93

• $29.99 @ OurCellar
• price-match @ Prince Wine Store

2020 Chatto @ The Wine Collective after 8.5% Cashrewards (less $10/$20 voucher):

• Chatto Intrigue 2020 - HH96, GW95 - $69.53
• Chatto Isle 2020 - GW96 - $92.41

Jim Chatto @ The Wine Wankers

Chatto | Buy Chatto Wines Online | The Wine Collective

Discover the rich and delicious wines from Chatto available to order online with delivery direct to your door. Enjoy reds and whites from this premium producer.

www.thewinecollective.com.au

$75, $95 @ Fine Wine Merchant - free delivery with $100 spend - ends this Tuesday

2020 CHATTO 'Intrigue' Pinot Noir

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2020 CHATTO 'Isle' Pinot Noir

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• 50% off 2018 Roger Sabon 'Rhone by Roger' Cotes du Rhone $15 @ Fine Wine Merchant - free delivery with $100 spend

2018 ROGER SABON 'Rhone by Roger' Cotes du Rhone

Fine Wine Merchant is an australian based importer of fine wines from around the world, including french wines, italian wines, spanish wines, australian wines and wines from the US

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"The 2018 Côtes Du Rhône By Roger Sabon is a forward, charming effort that has loads of black raspberry and blackberry fruits as well as notes of cured meats, spice, and pepper. It has beautiful fruit, medium-bodied, no hard edges, and loads of upfront charm. It's ideal for drinking over the coming 2-4 years. 89 points, drink 2019 to 2023." Jeb Dunnuck.​

Wine Advocate's William Kelley seems to consider Daniel Bouland Morgon Les Delys the best/value Beaujolais, rating it 96/94+/95/95+ for the 2017-2020 vintages, the latter of which have recently been released:

• 2020 $47/$50 @ Prince Wine Store

Daniel Bouland | Prince Wine Store

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• 2019 $48 @ Auswine - possibly sold out

Daniel Bouland 2020: Staggering Value from one of the Brightest Stars of Beaujolais

• 2020 magnum $99.98 @ Wine Square in 6pk - 1 left

2020 $49 @ Wine Emporium - ends this Wednesday

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i've had multiple people let me know that 2019 Domaine de Bellene Bourgogne Rouge Maison Dieu Vieilles Vignes (Pommard) is one of the best Bourgognes that they've had - $39.99 @ WineStar (price match @ Different Drop, Prince Wine Store, maybe Randall's)

"Outstanding" Burghound Bellene

$46 old vine red Burgundy & Unicorn Domaine Christian Serafin

Unbeatable value for money

mailchi.mp

Domaine de Bellene

Domaine de Bellene (the old name for Beaune) was set up by Burgundy winemaker Nicolas Potel in 2005 and was originally named Domaine Nicolas Potel - this was changed to avoid confusion with the negociant business Maison Nicolas Potel. The Potel family became famous due to their ownership of...

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Domaine de Bellene | Prince Wine Store

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WineAlign - Domaine de Bellene 2019 Vintage

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also $39.99 @ Cru Bar

Buy Domaine de Bellene Bourgogne - Côte d'Or 'Maison Dieu Vieilles Vignes' - Pinot Noir 2021 (Burgundy)

Pinot Noir2021 Domaine de Bellene Bourgogne - Côte d'Or 'Maison Dieu Vieilles Vignes', France from Burgundy. Pick up from our Brisbane store or purchase online.

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Destiny of Density

International Pinot Noir Day – Bindi Wines

 

[jrod]

2020 Bay of Fires Pinot, now avail and a good deal @ $38.33 in a 6-pack through owner cellarone.

Already achieved 2x trophy’s and 2x gold’s, including Most Outstanding Red Wine in Show at the Royal Adelaide Wine Show. Backup the truck!

About 158 cartons and likely to sell out.

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