Knocked Pinot Noir is a red produced by Ventosa Vineyards in Finger Lakes, Finger Lakes, United States. Made from Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Red
Appellation: Finger Lakes
Region: Finger Lakes
Country: United States
Grapes: Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Tasting profile (AI-generated)
Structure: medium-bodied, medium tannin, medium acidity, dry
Despite the Pinot Noir name, this is a Bordeaux-style blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon from the Finger Lakes — a region better known for Riesling but capable of producing structured reds in warmer sites. Expect dark cherry and red currant fruit with the telltale green pepper and herbal notes that Cabernet Franc tends to contribute in cooler northeastern climates, alongside gentle cedar and earthy undertones from the Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. It's likely a medium-bodied, food-friendly red with moderate tannins and a fresh finish, reflecting the cool-climate character of the region.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Finger Lakes, United States
Finger Lakes — a cool-climate wine region in upstate New York, USA, named for a group of long, narrow glacial lakes.
Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Franc is a red grape grown in both Bordeaux and the Loire Valley, and is one of the parent grapes of Cabernet Sauvignon.
Merlot
Merlot is a red grape from Bordeaux, one of the world's most planted varieties, valued for its softness, generosity and its role as a blending partner to Cabernet Sauvignon.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon is a red grape born in Bordeaux from a natural crossing of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc, and it has become the most planted premium red variety on the planet, the backbone of countless…
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Knocked Pinot Noir from?
Knocked Pinot Noir is produced by Ventosa Vineyards in Finger Lakes, Finger Lakes, United States.
What grapes are in Knocked Pinot Noir?
Knocked Pinot Noir is a blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.