pinot noir

noun

pi·​not noir ˈpē-(ˌ)nō-ˈnwär How to pronounce pinot noir (audio)
pē-ˈnō-
often capitalized P&N
: a dry red wine produced from the same grape as French burgundy

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Miles would have definitely approved of the pinot noir being produced under The Hilt label, as well as the Bordeaux and Rhône varietals from sister winery Jonata in Ballard Canyon. Amber Turpin, The Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2025 For a casual date night This balanced and beautiful pinot noir is a versatile choice for most Valentine’s Day celebrations. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025 After tucking into roast pigeon (in keeping with the medieval theme) and a glass of pinot noir from the château’s vineyard, stay the night in one of four cozy guest rooms. Kimberley Lovato, AFAR Media, 4 Feb. 2025 The wine choices include cabernet sauvignon, pinot noir, pinot grigio and chardonnay. Between the signature cocktail, pizza slice and glass of wine, my total rang up to exactly $22. Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pinot noir

Word History

Etymology

French, literally, black Pinot

First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pinot noir was in 1889

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“Pinot noir.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pinot%20noir. Accessed 6 Mar. 2025.

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