# Cépages Pays d'Oc Pinot Noir (2023)

- **Producer:** Baron Philippe de Rothschild
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Languedoc-Roussillon, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €11
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, raspberry, strawberry

## About this wine

The Cépages Pays d'Oc Pinot Noir from Baron Philippe de Rothschild is a red wine produced under the Pays d'Oc IGP in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France. This wine represents an endeavor by the esteemed Baron Philippe de Rothschild to craft an approachable Pinot Noir from a region typically associated with warmer climate varietals. The Pays d'Oc IGP designation signifies a geographical indication, allowing for a broad range of grape varietals and winemaking approaches within this southern French territory.

## Interesting facts

- Pinot Noir is notoriously challenging to grow, often called the 'heartbreak grape'.
- Languedoc-Roussillon is France's largest wine-producing region by area.
- Pays d'Oc IGP allows for flexibility in grape varietals and winemaking styles.
- Baron Philippe de Rothschild is synonymous with prestigious Bordeaux estates.

## Food pairing

This Pinot Noir, likely with its lighter body and fruit-forward profile, pairs well with dishes that are not overly heavy. Its acidity can cut through the richness of duck or salmon, while its subtle fruit notes can complement the sweetness of fruit-based sauces or the earthiness of mushrooms.

## Wine making process

The production of Cépages Pays d'Oc Pinot Noir involves careful grape selection from the Languedoc-Roussillon region. Fermentation is typically conducted in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the wine's fruit characteristics. Aging is generally kept brief, often in stainless steel, to maintain freshness and highlight the varietal's natural profile. The harvest is timed to achieve an optimal balance of ripeness and acidity in the grapes.