Calusari Pinot Noir 2025

If you're after a lighter-bodied red, this Pinot Noir ticks all the boxes. Packed with soft black cherry and raspberry flavours, it's an ideal introduction to this classic grape. Bright aromas of strawberry and cranberry are balanced by subtle autumnal, earthy notes, giving it real character. A couple of months in oak lend a touch of depth, perfectly complementing the juicy red fruit that runs right through to a smooth, elegant finish. For a Pinot Noir at this price, it's tough to beat.

Perfect with roast chicken or a cosy mushroom risotto - the soft red fruit and hint of earthiness work a treat. Serve it at a cool room temperature.

Back in the late 1980s, as Romania began to emerge from behind the Iron Curtain, three families took on a challenge: reviving a rundown state-owned winery and 650 hectares of neglected vineyards. What began as a bold gamble has, thanks to Englishman Philip Cox and his Romanian wife Elvira, grown into Cramele Reca?, one of the most successful wineries in Romania. Today there’s no trace of outdated practices or attitudes, and sustained investment means that everything from vineyard to winery is state-of-the-art, with viticultural and winemaking expertise to match. They now produce a wide range, including organic and natural wines, all with a consistent reliability.