Vynfields Peche De Noire 09

The rosé wines from Vynfields have captured a cult following. The European style of rosé is what Kaye McAulay and John Bell love, and their wines are designed to accompany food. Pale in colour - oeil de perdrix (‘eye of the partridge’) is the term, this is a wine of delicacy, and one that is bone-dry. The aromas and flavours are subtle. Soft red fruits and even a peachy note (is it the power of suggestion from the name?), hints of spice and quince come through. There is excellent acidity and drive which will enable matching with spicy cuisine. Organic wine, made from 100% Pinot Noir from the estate on the Martinborough Terrace, one-third fermented in old French oak barriques to 13.5% alc. and less than 1 g/l residual sugar. N RC Dec 09

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