From the logs of PinotFile,
a list of useful terms for the Pinot Noir Enthusaist!
Pinocabulary
If you want to talk the Pinot talk, you need to be versed in the language
of Pinot Noir. Listed here are the most frequently used words and their
definitions. The Prince (PinotFile author) relinquishes all proprietary
claim to pinocabulary so use the words freely.
Pinotosity The unique essence or soul of Pinot Noir.
A Pinot Noir is said to have pintosity when it is irresistible and brings
you to your knees.
Pinotholicism The religion of Pinot Noir. Members usually
join the church after an epiphany with Pinot Noir, often a Burgundy.
Followers offer a significant percentage of their monthly income to
the high priests such as Ted Lemon, Ken Brown, Torn Rochioli, and Michael
Browne. Members congregate over multiple bottles of Pinot Noir
to smell and taste and pray to the holy grape. The member's bible is North
American Pinot Noir (John Haeger).
Pinotology The science of Pinot Noir. Often considered
esoteric and beyond comprehension by Cabernet drinkers. Some dissenters
feel there is no science at all involved in the making of great Pinot
Noir, believing that luck and prayer are more important factors (see
pinotholicism). Textbook is The Science of Wine (Jamie Goode).
Pinotspeak The language of Pinot Noir. These are the
words used to describe the sensuality and personality of Pinot Noir.
Examples: silky, sexy, wine-gasm, hedonistic, intoxicating, exotic, ethereal,
foxy, cherry cola, Chinese 5 spice, earthy, smoked bacon, demure pepperiness,
and so on. Wine writers tend to have the greatest imagination and the
largest Pinotspeak vocabulary.
Information 1. Information on Pinot Noir. 2. The lineup
of several dead horses (empty Pinot bottles) on a table after a night
revelry.
Pinoterroirist A firm believer in the importance of
terroir in creating distinctive and uniquely recognizable Pinot Noirs.
Not to be confused with a pinoterrorist who strikes suddenly at wine
shops and buys up all of the desirable bottles of a small production
Pinot Noir.
Pinot Pimp A procurer of Pinot Noir. Always someone
good to know if you love Pinot Noir.
Pinot Geek A hopeless devotee of Pinot Noir who revels
in the entire minutia related to the grape. Can recite upon prompting
all of the relevant information about a winery's Pinot Noir releases
including cases produced, price, amount of new oak used, length of time
in barrel, and tasting notes going back five vintages. The pinot geek
will usually know the entire winemaking regimen for a particular winery.
He (they are almost always males) has the cell phone number of many noted
Pinot Noir winemakers. Pinot geeks can be seen in flocks at Pinot Noir
festivals.
Pinotphile Similar to a pinot geek but less geeky.
A lover of Pinot Noir in all of its glorious forms. The pinotphile usually
has an impressive cellar containing cases of ultra premium Pinot Noirs,
and loves to share the wines with others. Downloads and keeps every copy
of the PinotFile in a cherished binder. The pinotphile usually knows
the UPS delivery person on a first name basis.
Pinot Queen A female Pinotphile. She often controls
Pinot Noir purchases in a family. She usually has an exquisite palate
for Pinot Noir and eagerly seeks out the good stuff.
Pinoaficionado Similar to a pinotphile. A title used
by those who prefer a title that is more sophisticated and distinguished
than pinotphile and one that will not be confused with that other word
(pedophile). Spelling can be tricky.
Pinoteers Small groups of pinotphiles who are united
for drinking and travel purposes. Think Three Musketeers armed with corkscrews.
