Some Pinot Noir facts · The meaning of Pinot in French is Pine, referring perhaps to the cone shape of the grape. · Pinot Noir's birthplace is Bourgogne where its finest examples allegedly are to be found. · Pinot Noir is particularly prone to mutation and there are more than 50 different registered clones (within France). · It's considered one of the finest grape varieties in the World, yet being a cooler climate grape limits its reach in terms of vineyards. · Pinot Noir (in