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Pinot Noir Wine

Pinot Noir is a type of red grape that has become famous all over the world as it is used to make one of the best wines in the world. Thanks to it, the red wines that are prepared in Burgundy, a part of northern France, have won over an endless number of wine lovers.

  • Pinot Noir Grapes

    The red wines produced in this region of France are considered to be the benchmark for similar Pinot Noir wines that are produced all over the world. Pinot Noir wine is loved by wine enthusiasts as it gives an intricate flavor and also contains an opulent texture.

     

    The Grapes

    Pinot Noir grape berries are petite in size while being cylindrical in shape. They have a a low amount of red pigment that is present in its skin. Although Pinot Noir as a variety of wine has managed to gain a lot of popularity, wineries find it relatively difficult to cultivate  the grapes. This is because the grapes themselves contain a thin skin which results in them being very susceptible to fungal infection & hence have a low yield. Special care needs to be taken when fermenting to ensure the grapes do not ferment.

     

    The wine

    Once fermented It has a high content of alcohol and not tannic by nature. The wines that are produced from these grapes give a variety of flavors and aromas. They are also lighter in color when compared to other red wines. Wine collectors cherish Pinot Noir as we will be able to preserve it for a period of five to eight years after vintage if it is stored in bottles. In case you are planning to buy a bottle of Pinot Noir – you need to remember that as with most things in life you get what you pay for.

     

    The Best Pinot Noir Wine Regions

    Generally speaking the best Pinot Noir will always turn up from a French winery in the Burgundy region. As this region has been producing this Pinot Noir for centuries, they have truly mastered the art of creating the finest quality of this sought after varitety of grapes. Some say, that outside of France, the best Pinot Noir is New Zealand Pinot Noir. This is supported by many awards given to NZ Pinot Noir producers as there are a good number of NZ wines featuring on top 10 lists around the world.

     

    Our recommendation would be to try Marlborough Pinot Noir as it too has been able to woo endless wine lovers in recent times. Marlborough Pinot Noir might not come up to the stature of Pinot Noir from Burgundy but nonetheless it will be able to offer you red wine that may suit your taste buds.

    There are many fine Pinot Noir wine regions in Australia, locations such as Victoria and Tasmania are generally the pick of the bunch.

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