International Pinot Noir Day
International Pinot Noir Day, on 18 August, is marked by wine producers and drinkers around the world, with strong support from New Zealand's wine industry.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada (not marked)
- Australia (not marked)
- New Zealand (not marked)
- UAE and Gulf (not marked)
- International
About the day
International Pinot Noir Day falls on 18 August each year. New Zealand Winegrowers says it is marked throughout New Zealand by producers and enthusiasts, and publishes a toolkit for the day.
Pinot Noir was first planted in New Zealand's Wairarapa region in 1883. It is now the country's leading red wine variety and its second most exported wine after Sauvignon Blanc, with annual exports of more than 1.5 million cases.
It suits wineries, wine importers and retailers, restaurants and wine bars, wine tourism businesses and food and drink media.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Wednesday 18 August 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Friday 18 August 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Saturday 18 August 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
Sectors this day suits
Types of business that could link their activity to this day.
- Wineries
- Wine importers
- Wine retail
- Restaurants and wine bars
- Wine tourism
- Food and drink media
Questions and answers
When is International Pinot Noir Day 2027?
International Pinot Noir Day 2027 is on Wednesday 18 August 2027. It falls on the same date every year.
Who organises International Pinot Noir Day?
International Pinot Noir Day has no single organiser. Many organisations mark it independently.
Where is International Pinot Noir Day marked?
International Pinot Noir Day is marked in the UK and the USA, and internationally.
Where do these details come from?
We checked these details against one source, including New Zealand Winegrowers: Celebrate International Pinot Noir Day. They were last checked on 28 October 2026.
Where this information comes from
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