Clos de Gat Ayalon Valley 2018 vs Resonance Pinot Noir 2022
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| Availability | In stock | Out of stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £37.99 | — |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | — |
| Producer | Clos de Gat | — |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon | Pinot Noir |
| Region | — | Willamette |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy | No current tracked offers |
Clos de Gat Ayalon Valley 2018
Clos de Gat Ayalon Valley is a bold, structured red from the foothills of the Judean Mountains in Israel, crafted by owner-winemaker Eyal Rotem from 19 hectares of limestone-rich vineyards bordering the historic Ayalon Valley. Founded in 1998 around an ancient Roman-era wine press, Clos de Gat produces wines of genuine depth, regional character, and Mediterranean soul. Why You'll Love It This is Israeli fine wine at its most compelling — concentrated, elegant, and built to age. Rotem's uncompromising approach — handpicking, open-tank fermentation, 18 months in new French oak, and bottling without filtration — results in a wine that rivals the best of Bordeaux in structure while remaining unmistakably rooted in its Middle Eastern terroir. Outstanding quality for the price. Vineyard & Production Grown in a Mediterranean climate on limestone-rich soils in the Judean foothills, the grapes are handpicked following rigorous selection and gently crushed before fermentation in open tanks. The wine is aged for approximately 18 months in new French oak barrels, racked periodically to refine texture and complexity, then bottled unfiltered to preserve purity and concentration. Tasting Notes Deep and expressive, the Ayalon Valley opens with aromas of blackcurrant, dark cherry, and Mediterranean herbs, lifted by subtle toasty oak. On the palate it is concentrated and well-balanced, with fine, integrated tannins, earthy complexity, and a long, elegant finish. Perfect Pairings Ideal with Mediterranean cuisine — grilled or roasted meats, slow-cooked lamb, hearty casseroles, and mature hard cheeses. Also excellent alongside Middle Eastern mezze or a classic roast. The Blend Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot — Judean Mountains, Israel
Resonance Pinot Noir 2022
Résonance Pinot Noir is a refined red wine from Oregon's Willamette Valley, crafted by Maison Louis Jadot's American estate to showcase the elegance and complexity of Pinot Noir through Burgundian expertise and New World terroir. With expressive fruit, savoury depth and a mineral finish, this is a wine that beautifully bridges Old World tradition and American vibrancy. Why You'll Love It This is Oregon Pinot Noir at its finest elegant, complex, and beautifully balanced. Résonance is the Willamette Valley estate of Burgundy's legendary Maison Louis Jadot , bringing centuries of winemaking expertise to one of America's most exciting Pinot Noir regions. The result is a wine that combines Burgundian finesse with the purity and intensity of Oregon fruit, offering exceptional quality and character. Vineyard & Production Sourced from the Résonance Vineyard, planted in 1981 on ungrafted rootstock, along with select sites across the Willamette Valley. The region's volcanic soils and cool climate provide ideal conditions for Pinot Noir, delivering fruit with purity and intensity. Grapes are hand-harvested and carefully sorted before fermentation, with ageing for around fifteen months in French oak barrels, approximately thirty percent of which are new. This approach enhances structure and complexity while preserving freshness and terroir expression. Tasting Notes This elegant Pinot Noir opens with aromas of wild strawberry, mulberry and floral notes, layered with black cherry, cranberry and subtle spice. The palate is medium-bodied, showing ripe fruit alongside earthy and savoury undertones, with hints of espresso, bitter chocolate and cedar. A mineral streak runs through the wine, adding precision and length. The finish is long, elegant and balanced, with fine tannins and a touch of smokiness. Perfect Pairings A versatile food wine, perfect with roast duck, grilled salmon, mushroom risotto, charcuterie boards, roasted chicken, or wild mushroom dishes. Also excellent with ref
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