Both delicate and complex, Pinot Noir (also fondly referred to as just Pinot) is one of the most popular light-bodied red wines in the world. Where many red wines are big, bold, and tannic, Pinot Noir wine is light in the mouth, with a high acidity, low tannins, and beautiful notes of red fruits, spice, and earthiness that make it extremely food-friendly—a reason it’s slowly becoming one of the most popular red wines in the Philippines. As Filipino drinkers continue to explore the world of wine, Winery.ph curates some of the best Pinot Noir wines in the Philippines, with many bottles coming from famed regions all over the world. Because this wine grape originates from France, we make sure to stock many examples of Burgundy wine—which is known as Pinot Noir’s birthplace, producing beautifully earthy and floral examples of this red wine. We also curate many beautiful takes from the United States, such as the more fruit-forward California style, or the tart and light ones of Oregon. Also from the New World, Marlborough’s vibrant fruit-forward styles are similarly gaining popularity! Our range spans all these regions and more, while also presenting the best Pinot Noir prices for different budgets and occasions. Those looking to indulge and savor the full range of flavors this red wine has to offer need only look at luxurious takes by Burgundy masters, such as the Joseph Drouhin Chambolle-Musigny or the Benjamin Leroux Volnay. From the New World, we offer other premium takes like those from Cline Estate, DeLoach Vineyards, Kim Crawford, and Cloudy Bay Vineyards. For those looking for something more approachable and affordable, however, there are high-quality bottles from the likes of Beringer Vineyards, Vina Valdivieso, and Matua. To ensure the best quality for our customers, our entire collection of wines are kept in a temperature-controlled Metro Manila facility and undergo regular tastings from our team of in-house Filipino sommeliers. Discover the best of what this light-bodied red wine has to offer today. Shop the best Pinot Noir wines at Winery.ph and enjoy nationwide shipping, as well as same-day delivery for Metro Manila addresses. What does Pinot Noir taste like? Depending on the region it was produced, Pinot Noir can sometimes be earthier or more fruit-forward—with the latter characteristic appearing more in New World iterations. While it is best known for being light-bodied, Pinot Noir can also lean more into the medium side when its alcohol levels are higher. Anything above 13% alcohol is typically heavier. What regions are known for Pinot Noir? In the New World, Oregon Pinot Noir is often said to be similar to the Burgundy style. But for a Pinot Noir that’s very different, many turn to the ones grown in California and other New World regions such as Marlborough, New Zealand and Central Valley, Chile. All of these are generally produce fruit-forward and lush Pinot Noirs Pinot Noir is one of the most popular light-bodied red wines in the world, that is both delicate and complex. Exhibiting a flavor profile of red fruits, flowers, spice aromas and ending with a long and smooth finish, Pinot Noir is growing in popularity in the Philippines. Its flavors combined with high acidity and lower tannins make this red wine perfect to pair with a variety of dishes. French Pinot Noir wines are known to be more earthy and floral, exhibiting forest floor flavors. This earthy element is what makes this French variety fantastic with mushrooms. We recommend a grilled salmon with teriyaki shiitake. California Pinot Noir wines on the other hand are more fruity and rich. Think of sweet BBQ dishes like BBQ chicken or even char siu pork. Fuller-bodied Pinot Noir wines can also pair well with Indian curry dishes. Quick tip: check the alcohol content to determine whether it will be a lighter or fuller bodied wine. Anything below 13% is typically lighter-bodied, whereas anything above 13% is typically heavier-bodied. Simply match the body of the wine to the food you’re pairing it with and you should have a perfect pairing every time, taking into account flavors of course. So what is the best Pinot Noir in the world? If you like more fruity wines, look for Pinot Noirs from Napa Valley, New Zealand, or Chile. If you like more earthy flavors, look for Pinot Noirs from France. But the only way to truly find out which one is the best, is to try different varieties yourself. After all, everyone’s tastes in wines are unique. Browse our selection of Pinot Noir wines above, curated for wine drinkers in the Philippines and enjoy secure nationwide delivery.
While many famous red wines like Cabernet Sauvignon are known to be bold and tannic, Pinot Noir is on the opposite end of the spectrum. It is typically light-bodied, dry, low in tannins, and high in acidity. Combine that with its trademark flavors of red fruits like cherry and raspberry, baking spices, delicate florals, and earthiness, and you have a red wine that is very easy to pair with food. In fact, Pinot Noir is one of the few red wines that can even be paired with some kinds of seafood!
The Pinot Noir grape is notoriously sensitive, making it difficult to cultivate in a wide variety of terrors, climates, and terrains versus more widely-grown grapes like Cabernet Sauvignon. It thrives in cool and moderate climate regions, such as that of its birthplace: Burgundy, France. Pinot Noir is the primary grape used in all red Burgundy wine—meaning that any wine from the region that doesn’t mention the varietal is almost automatically a Pinot Noir. Burgundy’s style of Pinot Noir is particularly distinct due to its more pronounced earthy and floral notes.