# Yoko Pinot Noir Organic (2023)

- **Producer:** Weinmanufaktur Frey
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Rheinhessen, Germany
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €13
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** cherry, raspberry, cranberry, violet, cloves, vanilla, forest floor, earth

## About this wine

The Yoko Pinot Noir Organic is a 100% Pinot Noir from Weinmanufaktur Frey, a family-owned winery in Germany's Rheinhessen region with a four-generation legacy. The estate is managed by brothers Philipp and Christopher Frey, who are committed to quality and craftsmanship. Their winemaking philosophy increasingly emphasizes organic viticulture, believing it allows the vines and their origin to be expressed more authentically. The winery is recognized for its role in promoting 'new German wine' with its straightforward and powerful Burgundian-style wines. This particular bottling is a Qualitätswein, reflecting its classification within German wine law.

## Interesting facts

- Organic farming is central to the Frey philosophy.
- The wine is aged for one year in French oak barrels.
- Frey is recognized as an ambassador of 'new German wine'.
- The name 'Yoko' adds a unique touch to this German Pinot Noir.

## Food pairing

The medium body and balanced acidity of this Pinot Noir make it versatile. Its fruit-forward notes complement poultry and lighter red meats, while its subtle spice can stand up to richer dishes. The silky tannins provide a smooth mouthfeel that pairs well with protein and fat.

## Wine making process

The Yoko Pinot Noir Organic is produced using 100% Pinot Noir grapes cultivated through organic farming methods. The grapes are hand-harvested to ensure quality. Following harvest, the wine undergoes fermentation, with the producer often employing spontaneous fermentation using their own yeasts for their organic wines to highlight the vineyard's origin. The wine is then aged for one year in French oak barrels, which contributes to its development and structure.