Discover the best food pairings for Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is one of the most sophisticated red varieties there is. Its flavor is unique and distinctive; it also has a different texture, color and aroma when compared to other popular red varieties.
Originated in the French region of Burgundy, this wine outstands for its ruby red color, which may turn orange as it ages. It presents floral and red fruit aromas, on the palate it is usually a fresh wine with good acidity.
Pinot Noir in Chile
In Chile, Pinot Noir has found the perfect climatic conditions to thrive in Casablanca, San Antonio and Bio Bio valleys, delivering wines that are recognized worldwide for their quality and structure.
Chilean Pinot Noir is unique and expressive, with notes of cherry and strawberry, in addition to spices like thyme and bay leaf. Due to Chile’s complex the grape matures slower creating balanced wines.
How to pair a Pinot Noir
Because of its versatility and balanced acidity, there are several alternatives for a good Pinot Noir food pairing. We offer you these three delicious recipe ideas:
- Gourmet Pizza: Wine and pizza? Of course! Italian gastronomy is a great pairing option for Pinot Noir. To prepare it, you only need thin pizza dough, apply your preferred sauce, good cheese and mushrooms. Add garlic, oregano, or your favorite spices and put it in the oven for 30 minutes. You will have the perfect dish for a Pinot Noir.
- Grilled Spiced Salmon: Pinot Noir pairing is ideal for fish and seafood. For this dish, you will need two big salmon cuts, four minced garlic gloves, butter and your favorite dressings to apply to the fish. Once it is ready, wrap the salmon in aluminum foil and cook for fifteen minutes in your grill or oven.
- Carne Plateada con Puré Rústico: This traditional Chilean dish is ideal for a good Chilean Pinot Noir. In a pot, prepare one kilogram of carne plateada with tomato, carrots and onions. Cook for 2 hours, until the meet is soft. Serve it with mashed potatoes.
Pinot Noir generally goes along quite will with most types of meat. We recommend you to avoid too spicy flavors and, as any other red wine, pairing with vinegar or sour food, like watercress.
Tips to enjoy a Pinot Noir
The perfect temperature to taste a Pinot Noir is at 14°C. This red wine does not need more temperature, since it would lose its delicious acidity, freshness, and the fruity and floral notes that make it one of the world’s favorite wines.