November Wine Picks

2007 Cono Sur Pinot Noir, Chile (RMB 109)
Available from Pernod Ricard. Contact Daisy Wang (Daisy.Wang@pernod-ricard-china.com) 13466329273

Pinot Noir is hard to get right and make affordable, but this example from Chilean producer Cono Sur is excellent value. Chile is also likely to produce increasingly interesting Pinot Noirs as it discovers the potential of new regions such as Limari.

Medium red in colour, the nose has perfumed red cherry and raspberry fruit whilst the palate combines lively acidity, silky tannins and good length.

2007 Momo Pinot Noir, Marlborough, New Zealand (RMB 247)
Available from The Wine Republic. Contact: Matt Bahen, Email: matt@thewinerepublic.com www.thewinerepublic.com

This wine comes from an excellent producer, Seresin Estate. New Zealand’s Marlborough region may be better known for Sauvignon Blanc, but it also has some charming Pinot Noirs. Lovely medium ruby in colour, the nose has appealing red cherry fruit, Pinot Noir’s violet-scented perfume and elegant oak.

The palate has silky fine tannins, lovely refreshing acidity, great fruit and impressive length. For the Chinese market, this wine represents especially good value.