{"product_id":"2025-pinot-noir-tuffon-hall-essex-england","title":"2025 Pinot Noir, Tuffon Hall, Essex, England","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn elegant and expressive English Pinot Noir from Tuffon Hall Vineyard, a family-run estate in the rolling countryside of north Essex. Benefiting from the region's relatively warm and dry climate, the 2025 vintage offers a delicate yet characterful expression of this classic grape variety. Combining fragrant red fruit, subtle floral notes and gentle savoury complexity, it is a beautifully approachable cool-climate red with freshness, finesse and charm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright ruby red in colour with delicate crimson highlights, the nose is fragrant and inviting with aromas of wild strawberry, red cherry and cranberry complemented by rose petal, dried herbs and a touch of sweet spice. The palate is light to medium-bodied and elegantly textured, with juicy raspberry and cherry fruit supported by fine, silky tannins and lively acidity. Subtle notes of forest floor, white pepper and gentle earthiness add complexity, leading to a fresh, graceful and delicately savoury finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced from 100% Pinot Noir grown at Tuffon Hall Vineyard in Essex, where the favourable growing conditions and long ripening season encourage aromatic development while retaining natural freshness. The grapes are carefully harvested and fermented with gentle extraction to preserve the variety's delicate fruit character and fine tannin structure. Considered maturation allows the wine to develop texture and harmony without overwhelming its vibrant fruit, resulting in an elegant expression of English Pinot Noir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn excellent match for roast duck, herb-roasted chicken, pork tenderloin and grilled salmon. It also pairs beautifully with wild mushroom risotto, charcuterie, roasted root vegetables, lighter game dishes and soft cheeses. Particularly enjoyable served slightly cool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":null,"offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57516422791546,"sku":"12510","price":35.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0048\/7804\/1155\/files\/Web-bottle-shots-2026-10-29T162357-262.jpg?v=1793720881","url":"https:\/\/baythornewines.co.uk\/products\/2025-pinot-noir-tuffon-hall-essex-england","provider":"Baythorne Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}