Bask Pinot Noir
Bask Pinot NoirBask Pinot Noir
Bask Pinot NoirPrice: $12.95
Tastes Like:
Cherry, Strawberry, Alcohol
Sean’s Take
Pros: Bright, clean, and dry. Cons: Strong alcohol flavour despite low alcohol level.
We labelled this as a Canadian wine, but the label makes that claim murky. It reads “International blend from imported and domestic wines“. Not grapes, not juice…wines. Suggests this is a blend of wines made in different places at different times then mixed together. Nothing wrong with that, but very difficult to make a compelling product.
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Cono Sur Vegan Organic Pinot Noir 2020
Cono Sur Vegan Organic Pinot Noir 2020Cono Sur Vegan Organic Pinot Noir 2020
Cono Sur Vegan Organic Pinot Noir 2020Price: $14.05
Tastes Like:
Cherry, Black Cherry, Plum
Serve With:
Steak & Eggs, Grilled Asparagus, Roasted Eggplant
Sean’s Take
Pinot Noir is a great alternative to bigger bold wines that can steal the show. I got the cherry flavours I was expecting and overall enjoyed this Pinot. A bit of ripe fruit or jam was missing which cost it the 4th star.
This wine is featured on The Wine Podcast for Everyone – Episode 5 Do you drink Red or White with that?
I really liked another Pinot from Cono Sur which I gave 4/5 stars and costs a couple of dollars less.
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Bouchard AF Heritage Du Conseiller Pinot Noir 2020
Bouchard AF Heritage Du Conseiller Pinot Noir 2020Bouchard AF Heritage Du Conseiller Pinot Noir 2020
Bouchard AF Heritage Du Conseiller Pinot Noir 2020Price: $13.80
Tastes Like:
Cherry, Rhubarb, Floral
Serve With:
Turkey, Grilled Vegetables, Couscous
Sean’s Take
If you love Cherry Pie you’re going to love this wine. It’s interesting when an old school wine region (France) makes a new world style wine. You often end up with a one note wonder, like this cherry blaster. It did earn 3 stars because it’s a very well made wine that is fresh and juicy.
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Cono Sur Bicicleta Pinot Noir 2019
Cono Sur Bicicleta Pinot Noir 2019Cono Sur Bicicleta Pinot Noir 2019
Cono Sur Bicicleta Pinot Noir 2019Price: $11.95
Tastes Like:
Cherry, Rhubarb, Strawberry
Serve With:
Quiche, Grilled Vegetables, Pasta with Cream Sauce
Sean’s Take
Pleasant surprise for a chilean Pinot Noir, delicate and robust at the same time. This wine is classic new world style pinot but lacks any of those artificial flavours that pop up sometimes. Could use a little bit of depth but at this price point that’s a minor flaw. Great medium bodied wine to enjoy with or without food.
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Bread & Butter Pinot Noir 2019
Bread & Butter Pinot Noir 2019Bread & Butter Pinot Noir 2019
Bread & Butter Pinot Noir 2019Price: $15.95 – $18.95
Tastes Like:
Black Cherry, Strawberry Jam, Chocolate
Serve With:
Roasted Chicken, Sautéed Mushrooms, Poutine
Sean’s Take
When a wine delivers a text book example of the grape we sometimes call it “Correct”. This is a perfect example of new world Pinot Noir and is absolutely delicious. Lush juicy berries, jammy, hint of earth on the finish.