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New Zealand Pinot Noir
Villa Maria Pinot Noir
Villa Maria4.7(19 reviews)
Villa Maria Pinot Noir is a refined New Zealand wine from Marlborough, known for its elegant structure and vibrant fruit. Hand-harvested grapes are gently pressed and aged in French oak, yielding a silky texture with notes of cherry, plum, and subtle earthy undertones. This wine captures the cool-climate character of the region, offering a balanced, food-friendly profile.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹3,400/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹136
per 30ml
ABV
13.5%
Region
New Zealand
Category
Red Wine
Type
Premium
State Excise Comparison
Compare Villa Maria Pinot Noir Price Across Major Cities (2026)
Official retail vend prices vary across states due to excise duty, VAT, and transport tariffs.
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Lowest MRP in India
Gurgaon: ₹2,800
LucknowViewing
Uttar Pradesh
Standard 750ml
₹3,400+21%
Gurgaon
Haryana
Standard 750ml
₹2,800
Goa
Goa
Standard 750ml
₹3,130+12%
Bangalore
Karnataka
Standard 750ml
₹3,150+13%
Delhi
Delhi NCT
Standard 750ml
₹3,330+19%
Mumbai
Maharashtra
Standard 750ml
₹3,900+39%
Hyderabad
Telangana
Standard 750ml
₹4,090+46%
Kolkata
West Bengal
Standard 750ml
₹4,130+48%
Jaipur
Rajasthan
Standard 750ml
₹4,330+55%
Rates cross-verified with State Excise Department notifications & authorized L-2 retail vends.
Prices range from ₹2,800 to ₹4,330 Official Regulatory Notice
Lucknow Liquor Laws & State Excise Policy (2026)
Retail prices and vend operations in Lucknow are regulated by the Excise Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh under the state excise framework.
Legal Drinking Age
21+ Years
Verified photo ID mandatory at retail vends
Operating Hours
10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Closed on gazetted State Dry Days
Authorized Outlets
FL-4 / FL-5 Authorized Retail Model Shops & Off-Vends
Possession Limit
Up to 1 bottle of imported liquor and 4 bottles of IMFL per adult
Inter-State Transit WarningCarrying liquor bottles from Haryana or Delhi into Uttar Pradesh without payment of UP state excise duty is an offense under UP Excise Act Section 60.
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Origin: India
India
The subcontinent has evolved into a global powerhouse of premium spirits, blending ancient distillation heritage with state-of-the-art master craftsmanship. From high-altitude Himalayan spring waters to coastal barrels in Goa, India's intense tropical climate accelerates oak extraction and barrel aging dynamically. This creates bold, robustly complex, and deeply spiced spirits with rich profiles in a fraction of the time required in cooler European climates.
Climate
Diverse tropical & temperate microclimates driving dynamic barrel maturation
Famous For
Amrut, Paul John, 1965 Spirit of Victory Rum, Rampur, Old Monk
Craftsmanship & Heritage
Villa Maria Pinot Noir stands as a benchmark within the Red Wine landscape. Produced by the legendary Villa Maria, this expression embodies a tradition of excellence specifically for the Lucknow market.
With an ABV of 13.5%, every bottle is distilled with precision, featuring notes of Cherry, Plum, Earthy, Silky tannins, Hint of oak.
Flavor Intensity
sweet10%
smokey15%
spicy20%
fruity70%
body50%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Roasted duck🧀
Grilled salmon🍫
Mushroom risotto“The right pairing elevates both the spirit and the plate. We recommend serving at room temperature for the full aromatic experience.”
Expert Q&A
QWhat is the alcohol content of Villa Maria Pinot Noir?
Villa Maria Pinot Noir has an ABV of 13.5%.
QWhere is Villa Maria Pinot Noir produced?
It is produced in the Marlborough region of New Zealand.
QWhat food pairs well with Villa Maria Pinot Noir?
It pairs beautifully with roasted duck, grilled salmon, mushroom risotto, and soft cheeses like Brie.
QIs Villa Maria Pinot Noir aged in oak?
Yes, it is aged in French oak barrels, which adds subtle vanilla and spice notes.
QWhat is the tasting profile of Villa Maria Pinot Noir?
It features flavors of cherry and plum with earthy undertones, silky tannins, and a hint of oak, offering a balanced and elegant finish.
Sommelier Tasting Profile & Notes
Palate dimensions, aroma evaluation, and user tasting impressions
AVERAGE RATING
4.7
Based on 3 Reviews
Tasting Dimensions
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4.7 / 5.0Taste & FlavorComplexity and palate richness
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4.7 / 5.0Value for MoneyPrice to quality benchmark
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5.0 / 5.0Smoothness & FinishMellowness and lingering aftertaste
Rating Distribution
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
4.7/5
3 Tasting Scores
5 Star
67%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
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Beverage Specialist Tasting ProfileScores and aroma profiles synthesized from master distillers, sommeliers, and verified community tasting submissions.
Community & Sommelier Notes (3)
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Subhashis Sen
Tasting NoteGomti Nagar, Lucknow • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Gomti Nagar and picked up Villa Maria Pinot Noir. At ₹3,400 in Lucknow, this represents incredible value. The notes of Cherry and Plum pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Mutton Galouti Kebab. Highly recommended!”
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Ananya Banerjee
Tasting NoteHazratganj, Lucknow • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated Wine by Villa Maria. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Cherry and Earthy. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Hazratganj was a major hit, especially alongside local Chicken Shami Kebab!”
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Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
Tasting NoteIndira Nagar, Lucknow • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Villa Maria's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Plum. At the Lucknow price of ₹3,400, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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