Pinot Noir wine is used exclusively to produce the most sought-after, expensive wines across the world. It is one of the most sophisticated varietals and notoriously temperamental to grow, but when successfully cultivated, Pinot Noir rewards with truly sublime natural aromas and flavours. It is sure to win a leading role in your repertoire.
Pinot Noir Red Wine
Delicacy, Elegance, Finesse: Pinot Noir Red Wine
The origins of Pinot Noir wine lie in Burgundy, but it is now grown worldwide, from the U.S. to New Zealand. These geographical variations encourage an array of blends and flavourings, from tart raspberries to earthy mushrooms and a selection of herbs and spices. Not to mention, the ageing process brings forth an evolution of leather, tobacco and dried fruit aromas, encouraged by the wine’s delightfully brisk acidity.
Pinot Noir is a cool-climate varietal that struggles to thrive to full ripeness. It requires impressive expertise and attention to continue growing, which is why Pinot Noir wines are so highly desired. A traditionally produced Pinot Noir can take 36 months to assemble from harvesting to bottling, a fact you will understand upon tasting this complex, medium-bodied masterpiece.
Pinot Noir is the ultimate food pairing option, superbly complementing cured meats, charcuterie, cheese and poultry and offering a charming sensory journey.
From Vineyards Direct has been supplying a deliberately small selection of Pinot Noir wines directly from growers across the world since 2007. Our experts try every wine we offer ourselves, not only considering our personal preferences but which is subjectively satisfying. We’re dedicated to ensuring our collection only includes the best Pinot Noir money can buy.
Get in touch with us if you’d like to learn more about our Pinot Noir selection or consult our team for advice.
Pinot Noir Red Wine FAQs
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What style of wine is Pinot Noir?
Pinot Noir is typically a light- to medium-bodied red wine with high acidity and fine tannins. It is known for red fruit flavours such as cherry, raspberry and strawberry, often combined with savoury notes like earth, spice or forest floor.
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What foods pair well with Pinot Noir?
Pinot Noir pairs well with poultry, duck, pork, mushroom dishes and lighter meat-based recipes. Its high acidity and moderate structure also make it a good match for dishes that are difficult to pair with heavier red wines.
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Why is Pinot Noir often more expensive than other red wines?
Pinot Noir is a difficult grape to grow and vinify, as it is thin-skinned and sensitive to climate and handling. Lower yields and careful production often result in higher costs, particularly in premium regions such as Burgundy.
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What Does Pinot Noir Taste Like?
Pinot Noir is renowned for the delicate, aromatic flavours of red fruits, including red cherries and strawberries, with earthy notes of mushroom and floral accents of violets and lilac. Regional palettes and different winemakers will incorporate blends of country-specific ingredients, so you may experience notes of spice and even cola. Despite its sophisticated flavouring, Pinot Noir is a great introductory wine for new drinkers, thanks to its tannins and balanced acidity.
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Does Pinot Noir age well?
High-quality Pinot Noir, especially from Burgundy or top producers elsewhere, can age very well. With time, fruit flavours soften and develop complex secondary notes such as mushroom, leather and spice. More approachable styles are usually intended for earlier drinking.
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Is Pinot Noir Red or White?
Pinot Noir is typically a red wine but is also a main component in Champagne and often sparkling wine production. In fact, a ‘Blanc de Noirs’ Champagne is 100% Pinot Noir.