Winemakers all over the world have set out in search of the Holy Grail: to repeat Burgundy's success with Pinot Noir. In Search of Pinot Noir investigates the changing character of Burgundy, asks what happens to Pinot Noir outside of Burgundy, and examines how the wines of each region age. How far are styles of Pinot Noir inside and outside of Burgundy due to terroir and how far are they influenced by winemaking? Extensive tasting notes address these issues and complement discussion of the regions where Pinot Noir is grown. Is Pinot Noir uniquely successful in Burgundy or have other regions in Europe or the New World succeeded in their challenge? Can Pinot Noir really achieve its full complexity only on limestone soils, or does it produce equally interesting expressions in other terroirs? Is there only one true path for Pinot Noir or have plantings in new places revealed alternative truths for this fascinating grape? What is the ultimate Pinot Noir? Benjamin Lewin MW has written a series of critically acclaimed books on wine. One of only 300 Masters of Wine, and the founding Editor of Cell journal, he brings a unique combination of qualifications in wine and science to bear on the world of wine. He also writes the myths and realities column in the World of Fine Wine , and contributes to Decanter magazine. He divides his time between the eastern United States and the wine-growing regions of Europe, and is presently working on his next book.