In the glass
Aroma: red cherry, rose petal, wild herb, spice
Palate: red berry, smooth tannin, savoury herb, long finish
Biodynamic Pinot Noir from Mas Muntanyans, the modern Pinord estate cellar with experimental vessels.
What it pairs with
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Roast duck breast
Pinot's red cherry register matches duck cleanly. -
Mushroom risotto
Earthy risotto and red-berried Pinot share savoury depth. -
Catalan canelons
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Catalan meat cannelloni and mid-weight Pinot are an easy local match. -
Charcuterie of fuet
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Catalan dry sausage and Pinot's red-fruit profile are a casual classic.
History
Biodynamic Pinot Noir from Mas Muntanyans, the new Pinord estate cellar 10 km west of Vilafranca opened in 2019 with experimental amphora, granite egg and ceramic barrel vessels.
- 2019 — Mas Muntanyans cellar opened with first Pinot Noir release
Facts
- Producer
- Pinord
- Grapes
- Pinot Noir (100%)
- Classification
- DO Penedes
- Oak
- Ageing in amphora and French oak
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Price
- EUR 22 to 35 at retail
- Drinking window
- 3-8 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2019
- Biodynamic
- Biodynamic Practicing
- Organic
- CCPAE
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Mas Muntanyans Pinot Noir
What does Mas Muntanyans Pinot Noir taste like?
Red cherry, rose petal, wild herb and spice on the nose; red berry, smooth tannin, savoury herb and a long finish on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity.
When should I drink Mas Muntanyans Pinot Noir?
Drink 3 to 8 years from vintage. A 30 minute decant in youth lifts the red-fruit and floral notes.
Is Mas Muntanyans Pinot Noir vegan?
Yes. Pinord uses vegan fining.
What food pairs with Mas Muntanyans Pinot Noir?
Roast duck breast is the canonical pairing. Mushroom risotto, Catalan canelons, and charcuterie of fuet are equally strong.
What grapes are in Mas Muntanyans Pinot Noir?
100 percent Pinot Noir from biodynamic estate vineyards, aged in amphora and French oak.