Côtes De Nuits Villages, Jane Eyre 2020 vs Lyme Bay, Martin's Lane Pinot Noir 2020
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £42.00 | £42.00 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Jane Eyre | Lyme Bay |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Pinot Noir | Pinot Noir |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Côtes De Nuits Villages, Jane Eyre 2020
"This is a confident start to the range, the wine inky purple in the glass, and vibrant aromas of juniper, some graphite and morning quarry, plus ripe and spicy red fruits too. The palate shows darker, deeper berry fruits, which are juicy, rich and chocolatey, seriously intense, but fresh too with a spicy edge to the tannins and acidity to match. From two parcels in Comblanchien, using 45% wholes bunches and aged in five hundred litre barrels." Tom, Head Wine Guru We have a slightly more limited range to offer you from 2020 as several of Jane's contracts were not renewed this year (including the Chassagne Montrachet and Santenay 1er Cru) and overall yields were down. However what is lacking in quantity is more than made up for in quality. Jane began the harvest on 27th August, later than some, but there is no lack of freshness or tension in the wines. They are certainly rich and definitely age-worthy, but still show her trademark supple tannins, perfumed fruit and approachability.
Lyme Bay, Martin's Lane Pinot Noir 2020
Lyme Bay's 2020 Martin's Lane Pinot Noir is a brilliant example of just how far English red wines have come. There’s classic cool-climate Pinot character here: bright red cherries, wild strawberries, a little cranberry crunch, and just a hint of earthy spice. The palate is silky and pure, with fine tannins and a gentle touch of oak that gives it structure without overshadowing the fruit. It’s got enough depth to pair beautifully with food (think duck, roast chicken, or grilled salmon), but it’s also just a joy to sip and savour on its own. Lyme Bay Winery in Devon is at the forefront of English still wine production, sourcing fruit from top vineyard sites in warmer counties like Essex and Kent.
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