Shoppers Love This Affordable Pinot Noir You Can Buy At Aldi

Wine lovers on Reddit claim to have found the "best Pinot Noir" from budget supermarket Aldi, and it only costs $12.99 a bottle. Yep, if you're looking for a nice bottle of red for your next dinner party but don't want to break the bank, head to your local store and look for Peaks & Tides Pinot Noir, hailing from California's Sonoma County. One Reddit user rated it 7.7 out of 10, while another wrote that it had become their "go to" wine when shopping at the grocery chain. A Facebook user described this wine as "great," and in 2022, it took the crown in Product of the Year's Alcoholic Beverage category.

Reviewer Jon Thorsen wrote for Reverse Wine Snob that the 2022 vintage "begins with an attractive aroma of strawberry, raspberry, cranberry, and a touch of spice and dried herbs." They went on to explain that it's "not a super complex Pinot" but still labeled it as a "good example" of finding a "decent" Pinot Noir under $15. Over on Sporked, reviewer Heather Adams seemed to agree, claiming, "this is the best red I've ever picked up at Aldi."

Aldi's official website describes its Peaks & Tides Pinot Noir as having a "smooth, rich flavor profile" and claims it's "a great addition to your wine collection." The ingredients list pinot noir grapes and sulfites as its main components, which is standard for commercial red wine. This bottle, in particular, has a 13.9% ABV and features notes of cherry, raspberry, strawberry, subtle spice, and a smooth, medium-bodied texture. The supermarket claims it delivers "a satisfying and memorable experience with every sip" and suggests pairing it with "roasted meats or a fine cheese platter." More specifically, it suggests meals like truffle risotto, beef tenderloin with mushrooms, or thyme and goat cheese potatoes (via Product of the Year).

One wine enthusiast, Blonde Voyage Nashville, claimed Peaks & Tides Pinot Noir "could easily pass as a $30.00 bottle" and wrote that it pairs well with a "simple aged cheddar and crackers." Generally speaking, pinot noir is a great one-size-fits-all wine, though it especially pairs well with dishes featuring coriander, cumin, cinnamon, or ginger, as well as foods that are smoked, grilled, or lightly charred.