pinot

noun

pi·​not ˈpē-(ˌ)nō 

variants or Pinot

plural pinots or Pinots

1

: any of several purple or white vinifera grapes used for wine-making

2

: a wine made from pinot grapes

especially : pinot noir

Initial tastings of the 2007 Pinots suggest that it is a very good vintage.

—Daniel Sogg

Examples of pinot in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Here are seven Pinots from Oregon to inspire you and whet your appetite. —Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 12 July 2024

Marchesi is one of Hood River’s premier wineries, with exceptional Italian varietals, including barbera, dolcetto, pinot nero and pinot grigio. —Ben Davidson, The Mercury News, 17 June 2024

Join Dutton-Goldfield Winery for a fun day on the patio, tasting pinot and pizza with Pops. —Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 13 June 2024

This picturesque area about six miles from Adelaide in South Australia, offers charming towns, sweeping views of undulating landscapes, and small vineyards known for their top-notch pinot noirs. —Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Nov. 2023

Word History

First Known Use

1854, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing pinot

• pinot blanc
• pinot grigio
• pinot noir