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Pepperwood Grove (Don Sebastiani & Sons) Pinot Noir
Pepperwood Grove (Don Sebastiani & Sons) · Central Valley (Valle Central) · Chile
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Taste profile
SweetnessDry → Sweet
BodyLight → Full
Acidity*Soft → Bright
Tannin*Silky → Grippy
Oak*None → Bold
Fruit*Subtle → Intense
* WineDiscounts editorial estimate based on verified tasting notes.
What it tastes like
Soft, juicy red fruit - cherry, cranberry and raspberry - with a touch of vanilla and baking spice and just a whisper of earthiness. Light tannins and gentle acidity make it easy to sip on its own.
You’ll like this if…
You like approachable, fruit-forward Pinot Noir and other light reds, or you tend to reach for Chilean and California bottles in the ten-dollar range.
Why buy it
Pinot Noir is expensive to make well, and honest everyday examples under twelve dollars are rare. This one is soft, clean and genuinely food-friendly, which makes it a sensible house red to keep on hand.
Best for
Casual dinners, larger gatherings, and anyone who wants a red that will not overpower lighter food.
Style
Light- to medium-bodied, fruit-forward New World Pinot Noir with a gentle touch of oak and no rough edges.
Drinks like
Sits close to inexpensive California Pinot Noir and light Chilean reds; softer and fruitier than a village-level red Burgundy, and lighter than Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon at the same price.
Experience level
Beginner-friendly; a comfortable introduction to Pinot Noir.
Flavor notes
Pairs well with
grilled pork chops · cheeseburger and fries · tomato bruschetta · roast or rotisserie chicken with herbs · mushroom pizza or pasta with a simple tomato sauce · mild cheeses such as gruyere or young gouda
Best occasions
Serving & enjoying
- Serving temperature:
- 55-60F - about 20 minutes in the fridge before pouring
- Decanting:
- Not necessary; pour and serve
- Glassware:
- A standard red wine glass or a wide Burgundy-style bowl if you have one
- Drink or cellar:
- Made to drink now, within a year or so of purchase (inferred from the style and price tier; the producer does not publish an aging window)
- After opening:
- Recork and refrigerate; good for about 3 days
Guidance partly estimated by WineDiscounts from the wine’s style.
About this wine
An easygoing Chilean Pinot Noir from Pepperwood Grove, with ripe cherry, cranberry and red raspberry fruit lifted by baking spice and vanilla. Medium-bodied and soft, it is built for weeknight dinners rather than the cellar.
Wine details
- Type
- red
- Varietal
- Pinot Noir
- Grapes
- Pinot Noir (labeled varietal; exact blend percentages not published by the producer)
- Producer
- Pepperwood Grove (Don Sebastiani & Sons)
- Country
- Chile
- Region
- Central Valley (Valle Central)
- Appellation
- Valle Central, Chile
- Bottle size
- 750 Ml
- ABV
- 13%
Details last verified September 18, 2026
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Winemaking details ›
- Winemaker:
- Alec McTaggart
- Vineyard source:
- Purchased fruit from Chile's Central Valley; Pepperwood Grove works as a negociant, sourcing from growing regions from California to South Africa to Chile
- Vessel:
- Not published by the producer
About the winery · Pepperwood Grove (Don Sebastiani & Sons) ›
Pepperwood Grove is a value-focused brand from Don Sebastiani & Sons, the Sonoma family wine company established in 2001 by Don Sebastiani and his sons Donny and August. The brand works in the negociant tradition: rather than farming one estate, it scours wine-growing regions from California to South Africa to Chile for fruit that makes fresh, food-friendly, crowd-pleasing wines. The line covers five varietals - Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Noir and Pinot Grigio - with Alec McTaggart as winemaker. Pepperwood Grove is recognizable on the shelf by its green bottle and reusable, recyclable Zork closure. Don Sebastiani & Sons was named American Winery of the Year in Wine Enthusiast's 2005 Wine Star Awards and also produces Smoking Loon, The Crusher, Aquinas and B Side.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Pepperwood Grove (Don Sebastiani & Sons) Pinot Noir dry or sweet?
- Pepperwood Grove (Don Sebastiani & Sons) Pinot Noir is dry — its sweetness rating is 2 on our 1 (bone dry) to 5 (sweet) scale. It is medium-bodied.
- What does Pepperwood Grove (Don Sebastiani & Sons) Pinot Noir taste like?
- Soft, juicy red fruit - cherry, cranberry and raspberry - with a touch of vanilla and baking spice and just a whisper of earthiness. Light tannins and gentle acidity make it easy to sip on its own.
- What food pairs with Pepperwood Grove (Don Sebastiani & Sons) Pinot Noir?
- It pairs well with Grilled pork chops, Cheeseburger and fries, Tomato bruschetta, Roast or rotisserie chicken with herbs and Mushroom pizza or pasta with a simple tomato sauce.
- How should I serve Pepperwood Grove (Don Sebastiani & Sons) Pinot Noir?
- Serve at 55-60F - about 20 minutes in the fridge before pouring. Not necessary; pour and serve. Glass: A standard red wine glass or a wide Burgundy-style bowl if you have one.
- What is the bottle size and alcohol content of Pepperwood Grove (Don Sebastiani & Sons) Pinot Noir?
- 750 ml bottle, 13% alcohol by volume.