pinot noir

noun

pi·​not noir ˈpē-(ˌ)nō-ˈnwär 

pē-ˈnō-

variants often Pinot Noir

: a full-bodied red wine that is known for its complexity and often tangy character, that is produced especially in Burgundy, Oregon, California, and New Zealand, and that is used in the production of champagne

also : the grape itself

Examples of pinot noir in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Next door at CedarCreek Estate Winery, the Block 5 chardonnay and Block 4 pinot noir have their own cult following, assisted by highland cows that fertilize and stomp the vineyard soil, and a flock of free range chickens that eat the small pests. — Lisa Kadane, Travel + Leisure, 29 July 2026

Crafted from an original vineyard block from the winery's founding, composed of pinot noir and chardonnay the blend showcases bright cherry, peach, and orange blossom notes with honeycomb and macadamia flavors. — Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

Does a pinot noir have enough acidity to cut through the grime of a Tough Mudder race? — ABC News, 22 June 2026

The pinot noir surfaced ahead of a court hearing in the Virginia restaurant wine caper. — Dan Morse, Washington Post, 18 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from French, "black pinot"

First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for pinot noir

• boudoir
• moire