Pinot seems to derive from "pigna" ("cone") and, more specifically from "small cone" to mean the small size of the bunch and the typical characteristic of the berries arranged similar to the scales of a pine cone. Pinot Noir is considered one of the finest red wines in the world. It is cultivated mainly in northern Italy because if requires relatively cold climates. Pinot Noir has a distinctive aroma that assimilates it to that of red fruits such as currants, blackberries and raspberries. The taste is fruity and reminiscent of the berries of the forest. It is particularly suited to accompany meat appetizers, cold cuts and medium–aged cheese.
