Pinot Noir Wine
Pinot Noir is fast becoming a favorite among California
wine drinkers. It is a light to moderate wine that matches well
with many foods. The hit movie, Sideways, has been influential
in the recent popularity of Pinot Noir wine
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- Pinot Noir is know as the "Noble" grape and originates
from the Burgundy region of France.
- Pinot Noir grows only in cool climate regions. Fog is good for
Pinot Noir. Cool ocean breezes are good for Pinot Noir.
- Pinot Noir is a light to a medium bodied wine. The color ranges
from light red to a medium dark red color.
- Pinot Noir has aromas and flavors of raspberry, cherry, sometimes
spicy hints, and sometimes earthy flavors like the smell and taste
of mushrooms.
- Pinot Noir pairs well with salmon, lamb, chicken, ham, and pork.
- Consider serving Pinot Noir at cellar temperature. That means
between 58 to 62 degrees.
- Pinot Noir is a challenge to both growers and winemakers. This
means good Pinot Noir can be pricey.
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