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Pinot Noir 101
Pinot Noir is without doubt, one of the world’s most popular red wines. It's made from thin-skinned red/black grapes that grow best in cooler regions. It’s also notoriously difficult to grow, having a well-deserved reputation as "the heartbreak grape". When all the right elements fall into place, it produces lighter-bodied
Effect of Cellaring on the Taste of Pinot Noir
What is the effect of cellaring on the taste of Pinot Noir? Enhanced Complexity: Through meticulous cellaring, good quality Pinot Noir acquires a more intricate taste and aroma profile. As time passes, the initial fruit flavors mature into nuanced, multi-layered secondary notes. Aroma Evolution: Pinot Noir starts with vibrant cherry,
Health Benefits of Pinot Noir
Resveratrol The debate on whether drinking red wine is good is ongoing. It's thought that the health benefits associated with drinking red wines are mainly associated with a powerful antioxidant called resveratrol. Resveratrol might help prevent damage to blood vessels, reduce low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol (the "bad" cholesterol) and prevent
New Directions after Covid-19
The hospitality sector in New Zealand was, without question, one of the hardest hit by the Covid-19 crisis. As a supplier to that industry we certainly felt the knock-on effect. And while the majarity of our wine is sold direct to consumers, the pandemic definitely affected consumer behaviour: Discretionary spending
Best Fancrest Estate Wine and Food Pairings
Our Favourite Pinot Noir Food Pairings Here are some of our favourite pairings. What you'll probably notice right away is just how versatile these lovely wines are. Snacks Try wholegrain crackers, salami, or soft goat cheese. Nuts and dried fruit are also great with our Pinot Noir. Appetizers Our Pinot
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Grand Growth in the vineyard at Fancrest Estate
Rewriting the Book on Rosé Wines: Fancrest Estate’s Pink Perfection
If you think rosé is just a basic summer sipper, think again. At Fancrest Estate, we’re here to flip the script and show you how sophisticated, complex, and downright exciting rosé can be.
Beyond Organics: Regenerative Agriculture
What is Regenerative Agriculture? “Regenerative Agriculture” is a way of farming that aims to reverse climate change by rebuilding soil organic matter and restoring degraded soil biodiversity. The desired outcome is to drawdown carbon and improve the water cycle. Specifically, Regenerative Agriculture is a holistic land management practice that leverages
Are Organic Wines Better?
We have chosen BioGro to certify us as 'Organic' so that when you buy our Pinot Noir, you are guaranteed that the highest organic standards have been met every step of the way, both in the vineyard and in the winery. The BioGro logo on our wine guarantees that it
