Pinot Noir & its relatives (part 2)

Welcome to Vine to Wine this is your host Linda Moran. Today we are  continuing our series on Pinot Noir and its relatives.

As we mentioned yesterday Pinot Noir is grown in many places throughout the world. It is a grape that takes well to cooler climates and well drained soil. Although that may sound good; growing Pinot Noir has its drawbacks. It is susceptible to so many types of damage and it is a true labor of love to grow. The Pinot Noirs of Burgundy have been the benchmark for most of history. The long narrow strip of hills known as the Cote d’Or, meaning slope of gold, has set the standard, and to many it was the only place to grown and produce great Pinot Noir. But, times are changing, and there are some fabulous wines being produced from Pinot Noir in the new world. Oregon and the cooler areas of California are right up there for producing admirable Pinot Noir. These wines will provide you with a great deal of pleasure for their stylistic flavors and complexity. In addition, for the most part they are priced more reasonably. Pinot Noir is grown in areas as diverse as Chile, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. When it comes to Pinot Noir price is probably a fair indicator of the quality of the wine. But, if you are just newly introducing yourself to the wine, definitely find someone to make a few recommendations for you. Join us tomorrow as we explore a close relative of Pinot Noir, the grape Pinot Gris, and thanks for joining me on today’s Vine to Wine.