Pinot Noir: what it tastes like
Pinot Noir is an elegant light-to-medium red with fine tannin and high acidity. Expect red cherry, raspberry and strawberry, joined by earthy, mushroomy and spicy notes as it matures. One of the most food-friendly reds — it even works with fish.
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Taste profile
- Colour
- red
- Body
- light to medium
- Acidity
- high
- Tannin
- low to medium
- Sweetness
- dry
Aromas
What to pair with
- duck
- chicken
- salmon
- mushrooms
- soft cheeses
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FAQ
Why is Pinot Noir so expensive?
It is a demanding grape: thin skins, sensitivity to climate and disease, low yields. Good Pinot Noir is hard to grow, and the price reflects it.
Can I drink Pinot Noir with fish?
Yes — it is one of the few reds that works with fish, thanks to its light body and low tannin. Salmon is a particularly good match.