Pinot Noir 2020, Rosewood Estates Winery

A note worthy vintage and ideal cellar candidate. This impressive Pinot will continue to gracefully evolve over the next 15 years in bottle. We are excited for this journey.
The facts:

100% Pinot Noir
Fermented using non-selected indigenous yeast
Matured for 18 months in both new and neutral French oak barrels
Bottled without fining (vegan friendly) or filtration

Alcohol: 13.0%Residual Sugar: TA: 5.34 g/LpH: 3.39

⭐️Tasting notes by Tony Aspler (Tony’s Favourite)

Geographical Indication: 20 Mile Bench
Vineyard: Blackjack Vineyard
Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
Alcohol: 13% ABV
Residual Sugar: <2.0 g/L (dry)
Cases Produced: 150 cases

Style Snapshot: A structured yet elegant expression of Niagara Pinot Noir. Ruby-fruited with spice and integrated oak, this wine walks the line between finesse and power. Ideal for fall and winter meals with savory or earthy components.

Serving Temperature: 14–16 °C (lightly cool for elegance and aromatics)
Drinking Window: Now through 2027
Quality Score: 91 – Serve lightly cool (14–16 °C). Enjoy now through 2027 while fruit and structure are beautifully in balance.

Appearance: Classic ruby in colour, medium intensity with soft garnet edges—an elegant hue reflecting its cool-climate origin and aging potential.
Nose: Toasty and spicy, with aromas of raspberry, black plum, and vanilla from oak integration.
Palate: Medium-bodied, dry, and well-balanced. Raspberry and black plum dominate the fruit core, supported by refined oak spice and a gently firm structure. A Pinot that holds its own with richer fare.

Food Pairings: Smoked salmon blinis with crème fraîche, camembert (ripe and creamy), beef Bourguignon with pearl onions and mushrooms, lentil & roasted root vegetable stew with thyme, chocolate-cherry tart