What role do tannins play in Pinot Noir?

For Pinot Noir, tannins are needed to give the body and texture to the wine, though they are usually softer and less apparent compared to other tannic red varieties. The fact that skin of the grape is thin makes tannins be at the lower level, which is responsible for the smooth and velvety mouthfeel of Pinot Noir. Good tannin handling during winemaking, which includes soft extraction techniques and judicious aging, is a must to make the wine remain elegance and balance. Although less tannic, tannin is still important for Pinot Noir’s ageability and evolves gently which helps to enhance its complexity and complexity.