• Where Pinot Noir/Pinot Nero Vines Grow

    • Burgundy - The spiritual home, producing some of the world’s most sought-after wines.
    • Champagne – Often blended (or made solo as Blanc de Noirs) for structure and red-fruit character.
    • Germany (Spätburgunder) – Increasingly excellent, lighter and fresh, with a touch of spice.
    • USA – California (Sonoma, Russian River, Santa Barbara) for riper, fruitier styles; Oregon (Willamette Valley) for elegant, Burgundy-inspired wines.
    • New Zealand – Central Otago, Martinborough, Marlborough: vibrant fruit and a clear, bright style.
    • Chile, Australia, South Africa – Cool-climate spots producing fresh, characterful Pinot.

  • What To Pair Pinot Noir/Pinot Nero Wines With

    • Poultry – Roast chicken, duck, turkey.
    • Game – Pheasant, quail, venison (especially with mushroom sauces).
    • Fish – Salmon, tuna, or even sushi.
    • Vegetarian – Mushroom risotto, roasted beetroot, truffle pasta.
    • Cheese – Brie, Camembert, Comté.