# Tareq Taylor Pinot Noir (2023)

- **Producer:** Henkell-Freixenet Sweden AB
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Languedoc-Roussillon, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €13
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 14–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** rose, cranberry, raspberry, red cherry, strawberry, lingonberry, blueberry, dried herbs, white pepper, chocolate

## About this wine

The Tareq Taylor Pinot Noir is a product of a collaboration between Swedish chef Tareq Taylor and Henkell-Freixenet Sweden AB. Chef Taylor was involved in the winemaking process from grape to bottle, with the goal of creating a wine that pairs well with Swedish and Nordic culinary traditions. The wine is classified as 'Vin de France,' indicating it is sourced from grapes across France rather than a specific geographical appellation. The grapes are sourced from the Languedoc region. The 2023 vintage, while lacking specific details for this wine, is generally noted for its balanced acidity and slower sugar development, which can contribute to high-quality Pinot Noir.

## Interesting facts

- Swedish chef Tareq Taylor personally influenced the winemaking.
- The wine is classified as 'Vin de France', meaning no specific appellation.
- The 2022 vintage's 'Cuvée 1.3.6' name indicated 'first Pinot Noir, third batch, sixth blend'.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and lively acidity make it versatile. Its fruit-forward character complements lighter proteins and vegetables, while its moderate tannins can handle slightly richer dishes without overpowering them. The herbal notes in the wine can echo herbs used in cooking.

## Wine making process

The Tareq Taylor Pinot Noir is produced by Henkell-Freixenet Sweden AB. As a 'Vin de France,' the grapes are sourced from across France, with the Languedoc region being a primary source. The winemaking process involves careful selection and blending of Pinot Noir grapes to achieve a specific profile, as guided by the collaboration with chef Tareq Taylor. Specific details regarding fermentation, aging, and harvest practices for the 2023 vintage are not publicly available. The wine's classification as 'Vin de France' allows for flexibility in sourcing and blending to meet the desired style.