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The incredibly supple mouthfeel, medium body and balanced acidity frame exceptional flavour intensity, leading to a long, sweeping finish that ends on a decidedly mineral and crunchy note.  This wine is great now with a generous decant but will also age well for 3-4 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair this Pinot Noir with smoky glazed ham or grilled salmon. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leaning Post","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36141328531614,"sku":"LP50PN-1","price":323.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/7922\/3966\/products\/JulyLCBOReleases_1.png?v=1625761454"},{"product_id":"leaning-post-gamay-nature-wismer-armbrust-vineyard-vqa-twenty-mile-bench","title":"Leaning Post Gamay Nature Wismer-Armbrust Vineyard VQA Twenty Mile Bench 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eHusband and wife duo Ilya and Nadia started Leaning Post winery in Niagara over 10 years ago. 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After studying viticulture in Beaune and gaining experience both locally and abroad, he founded Maison Roche de Bellene in 1997 - a négociant house dedicated to small-lot bottlings with a strong focus on sourcing old-vine parcels. He later expanded the range with Collection Bellenum, which specializes in the acquisition and release of carefully cellared, well-aged vintages from growers with a tradition of long-term ageing. An early advocate of organic farming and a consistent champion of terroir expression, Potel was widely respected for his vision and integrity; he tragically passed away in the summer of 2025, leaving behind a significant legacy in Burgundy and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAn elegant, dry, medium-bodied Pinot Noir made from old vines. The nose is lifted and complex, with earthy, floral aromatics alongside ripe red berries and cherry. 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For help locating stock, feel free to contact us at \u003cb\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"mailto:info@npwines.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einfo@npwines.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease note: \u003ci\u003eThis product requires a minimum lead time of two weeks prior to shipping when fulfilling orders through NPW.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA breakout star in the Etna DOC of Sicily, Tornatore has become one of the region's largest and most respected wineries. Established back in 1865, the estate continues to be run by the same family who have acted as the faithful custodians of the land for generations. Tending to high altitude vineyards on the north side of the active volcano, the conditions are ideal for indigenous grape varieties to thrive. 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The vineyards are rooted in ancient volcanic soils rich in clay, loam, and deep stony layers, which promote balanced vine growth, excellent drainage, and a distinctive mineral character in the wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Pinot Noir sourced from a combination of parcels, “Los Parientes” (meaning “the relatives”) refers to the close relationship between the different vineyard components that come together in the final blend.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisplaying inviting floral scents of wildflowers and rose hips with tinges of tobacco and fragrant dried herbs, the savoury notes are layered nicely against soft fruit tones of  blueberries and sour cherries. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRound and juicy on the palate, the fruitiness is tempered by bright acidity and earthy nuances. 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