**Pinot Meunier** is a red grape from the Champagne region of France, where it is one of the three principal varieties used in Champagne alongside Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. It is also known simply as Meunier, and as Schwarzriesling in Germany. **In the glass** — as a still red it is medium ruby with aromas of red berries and earth; in sparkling blends it contributes fruitiness, roundness and approachability, with moderate acidity and a soft, supple character. **Where it grows** — its stronghold is Champagne, particularly the cooler Marne Valley, where it buds late and ripens early, making it reliable in a marginal climate; small plantings also exist in Germany and increasingly for varietal sparkling wines elsewhere. **At the table** — lovely with soft cheeses, poultry and canapés. **Cellaring** — it lends early charm to blends, and while most is enjoyed young, some varietal wines can develop with time.
Wines
- 1001 — France
- Amazone de Palmer Brut — Champagne Palmer & Co
- Black Label Brut — Lanson
- Blanc de Noirs — Besserat de Bellefon
- Blanc de Noirs Premier Cru — William Saintot
- Blason de France Champagne — Perrier-Jouët
- Brut — Pongrácz
- Brut — Prestige des Sacres
- Brut — Comtesse de Neples
- Brut — Besserat de Bellefon
- Brut — Princes de Venoge
- Brut — Aubry
- Brut — De Castellane
- Brut — Domaine des Arondes
- Brut — Champagne Thiénot
- Brut — Carbon
- Brut — Nicolas Feuillatte
- Brut Champagne — Louis Massing
- Brut Champagne — Lucien Lalardier
- Brut Classic — Deutz
Frequently asked questions
What are the characteristics of Pinot Meunier?
orchard fruit, supple, round.
How long does Pinot Meunier age?
Very good in Champagne blends
What are the synonyms for Pinot Meunier?
Pinot Meunier is also known as Meunier, Schwarzriesling.
What wines are made from Pinot Meunier?
1001, Amazone de Palmer Brut, Black Label Brut, Blanc de Noirs, Blanc de Noirs Premier Cru and more.