Definitions
from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.
- noun A variety of grape originally grown in the Burgundy region of France that is used to make red wine.
- noun A dry red wine made from this grape.
Etymologies
from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
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Examples
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There is also a greater variety of other New Zealand wines, especially its signature red, Pinot Noir, which is worth trying, although we've found it's not, in general, a great value.
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They brought a Pinot Noir, which is a lighter red, but not necessarily a great wine for spicy food.
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Here he's got a portfolio that includes some sparkling wine and Moscato, but the main focus is on Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and a little bit of Syrah.
Mary Orlin: Wine Country's Sexy New Winery Mary Orlin 2011
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As the meal progressed from lighter uncooked dishes to heavier fare, the Champagnes progressed from light and citrusy blanc de blancs to heavier vintage Champagnes based on Pinot Noir.
The Odd Couple of Food and Wine Jay McInerney 2011
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Here he's got a portfolio that includes some sparkling wine and Moscato, but the main focus is on Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and a little bit of Syrah.
Mary Orlin: Wine Country's Sexy New Winery Mary Orlin 2011
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Here he's got a portfolio that includes some sparkling wine and Moscato, but the main focus is on Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and a little bit of Syrah.
Mary Orlin: Wine Country's Sexy New Winery Mary Orlin 2011
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Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier account for 98% of all Champagnes produced, though a few other grapes may be legally grown and there are a few Champagne producers who use them most famously Aubry.
Bubble by Bubble Lettie Teague 2011
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And great Pinot Noir costs a great deal more: The best red Burgundies made from Pinot Noir, of course run into the thousands of dollars.
Saying Goodbye to Pinot Noir—for a While Lettie Teague 2011
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Volnay as we know it is a red wine made from Pinot Noir, although for many centuries it was a light pinkish wine, and perhaps partly as a result it has a reputation as one of the most ethereal and delicate wines of Burgundy.
The Childhood Chums Keeping Volnay a Delight Jay McInerney 2011
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I decided to give up all wines made from Pinot Noir—which meant not only those from France, California and Oregon but also Italy where it's called Pinot Nero and New Zealand, Australia and Spain.
Saying Goodbye to Pinot Noir—for a While Lettie Teague 2011
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