I have about a dozen or so Noiret. High hopes, they are doing well for me. They are in their 3rd leaf right now.
Noiret produces an excellent full-bodied, richly colored wine. The wines can resemble Syrah with a distinct black pepper character, moderate tannins, and notes of raspberry, blackberry and mint. Vines are vigorous and productive in the Finger Lakes region of New York. Leaves show moderate resistance to powdery mildew, but both fruit and leaves require a regular spray program to control downy mildew. Fruit maturity is mid to late season. Pair Noiret wines with beef, pasta, and sharp cheeses. Vines have generally been vigorous and productive in the Finger Lakes of New York, though older vines occasionally show a slow decline in vigor that may be indicative of a need for grafting.