Pinot Noir
Chaberton Estate Winery
2023 Pinot Noir
Okanagan Valley, British Columbia VQA
Elegant, expressive, and beautifully refined, our 2023 Pinot Noir showcases the exceptional character of Okanagan Valley fruit. Crafted from 90% Pinot Noir with a small addition of Merlot, this wine balances vibrant red fruit with earthy complexity and seamlessly integrated oak.
Carefully matured for 10 months in a combination of Burgundy oak barrels, including 36% new oak and 64% neutral oak, the wine develops remarkable depth while preserving the delicate elegance that defines great Pinot Noir. The new barrels contribute subtle spice and structure, while the neutral oak allows the purity of the fruit to remain the focal point.
Awards
- Silver – 2025 SavorNW Wine Awards, Cannon Beach Oregon
- Appellation: Okanagan Valley BC VQA
- Alcohol: 12.8% alc./vol.
- Residual Sugar: 2.5 g/L
- Total Acidity: 5.8 g/L
- Aging: 10 months in 36% new Burgundy oak barrels and 64% neutral oak barrel
- Duck breast with cherry reduction
- Cedar-planked salmon
- Herb-roasted chicken
- Wild mushroom risotto
- Pork tenderloin with cranberry compote
- Brie, Camembert, and Gruyère cheeses
- Serve at: 14-16°C
- Decant: 20-30 minutes before serving
- Enjoy: Now through 2032
Winemaking
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Brilliant ruby red with youthful garnet highlights.
Nose
Expressive aromas of fresh red cherry, raspberry, and pomegranate are complemented by delicate violet and rose petal. Subtle earthy undertones are interwoven with notes of clove, vanilla, and gentle spice from Burgundy oak, creating an elegant and complex bouquet.
Palate
Silky and refined with polished tannins supporting flavours of ripe cherry, cranberry, rhubarb, and pomegranate. Beautifully integrated oak contributes subtle toast, vanilla, and a touch of cedar without overshadowing the vibrant fruit. Mid-palate notes of minerality, forest floor, and wild mushroom add depth and complexity, while balanced acidity provides freshness and precision throughout.
Style
Medium-bodied, dry Pinot Noir with vibrant red fruit, refined tannins, elegant oak integration, and classic Okanagan minerality.
Food Pairing Suggestions
A graceful, food-friendly Pinot Noir that pairs beautifully with refined cuisine:
Serving
Available in 750 mL bottles
Produced and bottled at Chaberton Estate Winery, Langley, British Columbia
Crafted to showcase the elegance, purity, and complexity of premium Okanagan Valley Pinot Noir through thoughtful barrel aging and meticulous winemaking.