Let the drinking games begin, there’s a new Game of Thrones wine coming
By Corey Smith
As filming continues on Game of Thrones’ eighth and final season, HBO is doing everything in its power to keep the fans happy (and make a buck). And so, HBO and Vintage Wine Estates have announced via press release, the latest in their line of Game of Thrones-themed wines, a Pinot Noir. Now you and your friends can sit around sipping wine and playing games just like Tyrion and company.
Hailing from Oregon’s Willamette Valley, the Pinot Noir is “is elegant and bursting with complex aromas and flavors,” according to the man responsible, noted winemaker Bob Cabral.
"The new Pinot Noir is a worthy addition to the Game of Thrones line of wines, as it was inspired by the complexity and nuances of this riveting drama, Oregon is renowned for fine Pinot Noir, and this wine captures the essence of the variety and the exceptional vineyards from which it is made."
Vintage Estate’s previous releases, a Golden Chardonnay, a Red Blend, and a reserve-style Cabernet Sauvignon, came emblazoned in the sigils of House Lannister, Targaryen, and Stark respectively. For the Pinot Noir, the corks come imprinted with either the House Tyrell rose, or the House Martell sun and shield. Just don’t get any ideas about fighting the Mountain.
Guess Oberyn really shouldn’t have had wine before the fight. The Pinot Noir will be available later this summer at your favorite wine retailer, as well as through GameofThronesWines.com with a suggested retail price of $19.99. Drink responsibly.
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