NEW RELEASE
PHILOSOPHY
While Domaine Chandon is best known as one of America's top sparkling wine houses, we also produce limited quantities of still wines from estate grown vineyards. The winery crafts these wines by drawing on our experience with the traditional champagne varietals of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay. Showcasing select parcels from its Carneros ranch, where Domaine Chandon was a pioneering grower and vintner of the region, Domaine Chandon's still wines were first created in 1989. Originally designed to educate the winemaking team about each varietal, these wines also inspired epicurean discovery as they were served with fine cuisine in the restaurant at Domaine Chandon, now called étoile. Today Domaine Chandon's varietal wines can be found in restaurants and fine wine shops nationwide. Maintaining a focus on creating food-friendly Champagne varietals, the range now includes Unoaked and Reserve expressions of these grapes in addition to the signature wines from its Carneros property.

TASTING NOTES
The 2009 Pinot Noir shows distinct fruitiness and complexity. On the nose also revealed are hints of lavender and thyme joined with cola nut. The fruit aromas are intense and concentrated punctuated by black cherry while sandalwood appears as the wine continues to open. The wine is bright and clean with fresh flavors and well balanced tannins that will stand up well to food. On the finish, oak is well integrated with lingering hint of vanilla.



FOOD & WINE PAIRING
Serve this elegant Pinot Noir alongside mild cheese or delicate lamb chops.

Vintage: 2009

Appellation: Carneros

Aging: 17 months
100 % French Oak
33% new oak

Alcohol: 14.5%