Pinot Noir

Written By Dee Armstrong

Hailing from the Burgundy region of France, Pinot Noir prefers cooler climes and can be a notoriously fussy grape to grow. Conditions have to be right — in warmer regions, cooling influences such as fogs and sea breezes are crucial to allowing the berries to cool down and avoid becoming overcooked.

Pinot in Pop Culture

Pinot Noir found itself thrust into the international spotlight following the release of the film, Sideways in 2004. Sadly, since its heyday in the mid-2000s, it has suffered a fate similar to its rival, Merlot, and is now often overproduced and some lower-quality wines have hit the market.

Price Point

Price and quality can vary significantly. Plan to spend ~$20 for a decent table wine, and upwards of hundreds (or thousands) of dollars for highly sought-after Burgundies.

Dee Armstrong

Dee Armstrong is a writer with 20+ years’ professional experience in entertainment, publishing, technology, and education. She graduated from Western Washington University with an M.Ed. in Instructional Design and Multimedia Development and later earned an MFA in Screenwriting at the University of Southern California. She has since earned a Level 3 certification in wine through WSET and lives in Southern California with her husband and an 10-pound werewolf.

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