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Thinner skinned and fruitier than its cousin Pinot Noir, Meunier stands alone in CHANDON Pinot Meunier 2020, our still wine showcase of the varietal from our vineyards in Los Carneros, cooled by fogs from San Pablo Bay.
Velvety flavors of crushed berry, red cherry, cola and spice are complemented by smooth tannins and refreshing brightness.
A lovely partner for Mediterranean dishes such as grilled vegetable halloumi skewers or lamb and feta meatballs, it's equally at home on a Thanksgiving table
Last of Vintage Sale
July 7th - 31st
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- Non-Club Members receive 30% off
Use code: LIBRARY26
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Wine
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Style
Red
AWARDS AND REVIEWS
VIBRANT RED CHERRY WITH VELVETY TEXTURE
At Chandon we carefully cultivate select grape varieties that express the exceptional terroirs of our estate vineyards in their varietal expression. Our vineyards in Los Carneros sit a mere 32 feet above sea level while the proximity to the San Pablo Bay brings daytime fog and cool breezes to the region allowing for prolonged, moderate growing seasons.
Thinner skinned than the pinot noir varietal, Chandon Pinot Meunier showcases velvety dark fruit flavors complemented by smooth tannins and refreshing brightness.
Sunny warm days
Shallow, clay soils
Cool, foggy nights
Prolonged growing season
Sea level with maritime influences
Seasonal rainfall 8 in
WINEMAKING
Grapes are harvested by hand. Harvest begins in early September when optimal ripeness and flavor development have been achieved.
The grapes for Pinot Meunier are crushed and de-stemmed, Cold soaked for 5 days before fermentation for elevated aromatics, color and fine structure.
Fermentation on the skins lasts 10 days, and afterward the wine is pressed and racked to a mix of 500 & 600L French oak puncheons.
The wine is aged 18 - 20 mos in large french oak designed to impart a more subtle spiciness while retaining fruit intensity.
Pinot Meunier is bottled, and aged on the cork for a minimum of 6 months, and then is ready to enjoy!
EXPERIENCE
100% Meunier
Pinot Meunier is delicious on its own, or when paired with red meat, pizza, or mushrooms.
50°F – 57°F
3-4 years
FOOD PAIRING RECOMMENDATIONS
Grilled vegetables & haloumi skewers
Charcuterie platter
Salmon gravlax
Lamb and feta meatballs
Spaghetti Bolognese
Thanksgiving dinner
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