Exploring the Most Common Red Grape Varieties
In this lesson, we will explore one of the most popular red grape varieties, Pinot Noir.
Pinot Noir is a thin-skinned grape that produces light-bodied wines with low tannins and high acidity. These wines have a unique flavor profile that is often described as earthy, with notes of red fruit, mushrooms, and sometimes leather. Pinot Noir is also known for its ability to express terroir, meaning that the wine can taste different depending on where the grapes were grown.
Pinot Noir is primarily grown in cooler regions, such as Burgundy in France, the Willamette Valley in Oregon, and the Central Otago region in New Zealand. These regions provide the ideal climate for Pinot Noir to thrive, with moderate temperatures and plenty of rainfall.
If you're interested in learning more about Pinot Noir, we recommend reading 'The New California Wine' by Jon Bonne. This book provides an in-depth look at the history of Pinot Noir in California and how winemakers are working to produce high-quality wines in the region.
If you're looking to try a Pinot Noir, we recommend trying a bottle from Burgundy, as this region is known for producing some of the best Pinot Noir wines in the world.
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