Curious Case March 2025, Silken Shades of Red
The Silky Benchmark
When we settled on ‘Silken Shades of Red’ as this month’s Curious Case, Pinot Noir was the first thing that popped into our heads. And fair enough—it’s the gold standard for smooth, elegant reds, with its fine tannins and effortless charm. But Pinot isn’t the only grape that knows how to keep things polished. There are plenty of others out there that deserve a bit of time in the spotlight, even if they don’t have quite the same star power.
Smooth, Stylish, and Some From off the Beaten Track
So, we’ve put together a case that proves the point. One of our favourite Pinots is in there as your reference point, but alongside it, you’ll find five other reds that deliver that same silky, refined feel—just from different grapes and different places. Some you’ll know, some you might not, but they all share that light-to-medium, smooth-as-you-like style. If Pinot Noir is your usual go-to, you’ll feel right at home here.
Six Wines, One Delicious Discovery
This is exactly what our Curious Cases are all about—picking a theme, choosing six cracking wines to explore it, and keeping the exact lineup a surprise. Because let’s be honest, half the fun is in the discovery. What we can say is that these bottles will take you on a trip through some of Europe’s best-kept secrets, proving that Pinot Noir isn’t the only game in town when it comes to silken reds. Same elegance, different grapes—time to dive in.
