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Pinot Noir, which among all red grape varieties in the world is considered the most noble and elegant, is one of the oldest grapes for which historical records exist. Its land of origin is Burgundy, where it is believed to have been cultivated for over 2,000 years—therefore even before the Roman invasions. In Italy, and more precisely in Alto Adige, the variety was first described in 1838; a few decades later it arrived in Friuli Venezia Giulia. The term “Pinot” derives from the French word “Pin”, meaning “pine.” The bunch is in fact small and compact, with berries that have a thin and delicate skin and are very close to each other. Altogether, they resemble a pine cone. This characteristic is common to the entire Pinot family.