At a glance

Producer

Le Clos Jordanne

Region

Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada

Grape variety

Pinot Noir

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$30-40 USD

Tasting profile

Bright red cherry, raspberry, cranberry, subtle baking spice, forest floor, delicate earthy undertones, touch of minerality.

Evolution: With age (2025-2028), fruit softens, more savory and earthy notes emerge; hints of mushroom, dried herbs, sous-bois, and game.

At peak: Integrated fruit and earth, silky texture, complex bouquet showing both primary and secondary notes.

Structure

Acidity

Medium to medium-plus, typical for cool-climate Pinot Noir

Tannins

Supple, fine-grained, moderate intensity

Alcohol

Moderate (typically 12.5-13.5%)

Aging potential

Solid for a mid-tier Canadian Pinot Noir; best enjoyed within 6-8 years from vintage, though can hold a touch longer if stored well.

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2028

Optimal window

2024 to 2030

Current status

Young, but approachable

Current condition

Primary fruit still fresh and vibrant, structure in balance, tannins moderate and approachable.

This wine comes from a cool-climate Canadian Pinot site, noted for finesse and freshness over sheer power. Quality winemaking and careful viticulture enable several years of bottle development, particularly from strong recent vintages. As a mid-tier cuvée, its best drinking aligns with the 4-8 year post-vintage window, though well-stored bottles can show interest a bit longer.

Food pairing

Duck breast with cherry compote, wild mushroom risotto, grilled salmon, roast chicken, or soft ripened cheeses (Brie, Camembert). Excellent with dishes featuring earthy and umami tones.

Serving

Serving temperature

16°C / 61°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Environmentally responsible farming, vineyard cover crops, minimal synthetic inputs, reduced pesticide use, careful water management, native ecosystem preservation. Canadian wineries benefit from stringent environmental standards. Le Clos Jordanne emphasizes biodiverse cover crops and low-intervention techniques.

Le Clos Jordanne adheres to significant sustainability criteria under the SWO certification. The estate manages water usage, minimizes chemicals, encourages biodiversity, and limits energy-intensive inputs. Packaging is conventional glass, but local sourcing and efficient practices further reduce emissions relative to global benchmarks. Not certified organic or biodynamic, but operates well above minimum legal requirements for environmental stewardship.