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Pinot Noir Wines are Characteristic of the Red Wines in France

Pinot Noir is a light, dry red wine made from grapes of the same name. The Gauls before the Roman invasion first used the grapes and only recently in the early 1900's made its way to other regions including California wines and other vineyard regions around the world.

This Pinot grape is the primary grape in widespread use in Burgundy (Bourgogne), France. For many years, this wine region was the only one in the world to have consistent success in successful vineyards growing this grape. All other regions struggle with this difficult grape to grow and make into wine.

Pinot Noir's color is found in a variety of shades from bright red to deep purple and even amber as the wine ages. The distinctive flavors of this wine include dry, earthy and vanilla. You can also find some sweet, fruity tastes similar to strawberry, plum and raspberry.

Pinot Noirs are ideal to accompany light beef dishes and pasta with read sauce. Many people enjoy Pinot Noir wines with goose and even local game. If you are looking to give a pleasurable gift and want to learn more please visit 'wine gifts'.