Pinot Noir is a red wine grape variety of the species Vitis vinifera. The name is derived from the French words “pine” and “noir,” which mean “pine” and “black,” respectively. Pinot Noir grapes are small and tightly clustered, and they have a thin skin. The wine produced from Pinot Noir grapes is typically light-bodied and has a complex flavor profile that can include notes of red fruit, earth, and spice.
Pinot Noir is a difficult grape to grow, and it is often said that “it takes a fool to grow Pinot Noir.” However, when grown in the right conditions, Pinot Noir can produce some of the world’s most elegant and sought-after wines. Pinot Noir is grown in many regions around the world, but it is particularly well-suited to the cool climate of Burgundy, France. Pinot Noir is also grown in California, Oregon, and New Zealand, among other regions.
