Kuban. Novorossiysk PGI, Krasnodar region, Russia, 14% vol., 1 290

Grape variety: Pinot Noir

This wine is deep ruby in colour. It has a fairly varietal and already rather mature nose of quite pronounced intensity, with aromas of strawberry, sour cherry, cherry, plum, violet, leather, tobacco and black pepper. It is initially fresh and elegant on the medium-bodied palate, with ripe tannins, although its lacks complexity and the alcohol is overwhelming on the finish. Ready for drinking with potential for ageing (1-3 years).

Country of purchase: Russia

Tasted on 21/09/2020