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Pinot Noir is a light-bodied red wine with a silky texture and bright acidity, offering delicate aromas of cherry, raspberry, and earthy forest floor. Nutritionally, it provides a modest 82 calories per 100ml, with minimal protein and carbs, and no fat or fiber.
Calorie split: 3% protein · 97% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love Pinot Noir for its elegant complexity and versatility—it pairs beautifully with a wide range of foods, from salmon to mushrooms, and is celebrated in wine culture for its refined, nuanced character.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
Alcohol can cause blood sugar fluctuations and impair judgment, and those with certain conditions or medications should avoid it. To mitigate, consume with food (especially protein/fat) and stick to a standard serving (about 150ml).
Key benefits
- Contains antioxidants like resveratrol
- May support heart health in moderation
- Low in calories compared to many alcoholic drinks
- Contains no fat or sugar
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Pinot Noir grapes are notoriously difficult to grow, with thin skins that make them highly susceptible to disease, which is why it's often called the 'heartbreak grape' among winemakers.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 86.9 g |
| Energy | 82.0 kcal |
| Energy | 341 kj |
| Protein | 0.07 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Ash | 0.25 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 2.3 g |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 10.4 g |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Alcoholic beverage, distilled, vodka, 80 proof — USDA does not publish this profile for Alcoholic Beverage.
| Tryptophan | 0.00 g |
| Threonine | 0.00 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.00 g |
| Leucine | 0.00 g |
| Lysine | 0.00 g |
| Methionine | 0.00 g |
| Cystine | 0.00 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.00 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.00 g |
| Valine | 0.00 g |
| Arginine | 0.00 g |
| Histidine | 0.00 g |
| Alanine | 0.00 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glycine | 0.00 g |
| Proline | 0.00 g |
| Serine | 0.00 g |
FAQ
Is Pinot Noir high in sugar?
No, it typically has very low residual sugar (under 1g per liter), making it a dry wine with minimal sugar content.
How does Pinot Noir compare nutritionally to other red wines?
It's similar to most dry reds, with slightly fewer calories than heavier, higher-alcohol varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon.
Can I drink Pinot Noir if I'm watching my carbs?
Yes, it's relatively low-carb (about 2.3g per 100ml), but alcohol itself contains calories and can affect metabolism.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.82 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 0.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.