Pinot Noir is perhaps the most popular red wine around the world and also the oldest grape variety used in wine. The best quality Pinot Noirs are found in Burgundy, France, as well as California, Oregon, and New Zealand. Pinot Noir is difficult to deal with from its cultivation stages throughout the winery and fermentation process. Its complex aroma has hints of ripe grape, black cherry along with the spices of sassafras, cinnamon, and mint. It often has hints of ripe tomato, mushroom, and barnyard. Pinot Noir is typically light to medium bodied. It is neither acidic nor tannic, and it is high in alcohol. Despite its delicacy, it is rich in flavor with a soft velvety and silky texture. Pinot Noir reaches its peak maturity after approximately five to eight years. Pinot Noir is best paired with simple and rich foods such as grilled salmon, plain roast beef, or mushroom-based meals.