Pinot Noir Calories And Nutrition Facts: An Essential Guide
Quick answer: A standard 5 oz (148ml) glass of Pinot Noir contains approximately 121 calories. A 750ml bottle is approximately 605 calories across 5 pours. Lighter Burgundy expressions (12.5% ABV) run ~118 cal/glass; fuller Oregon or California Pinot (13.5–14%) runs ~124–130 cal/glass.
Pinot Noir is one of the most popular red wines in the world — and one of the best choices for calorie-conscious wine drinkers. With approximately 121 calories per 5 oz glass, it is lower in calories than most other red wines and sits comfortably in line with dry white wines of comparable ABV. It is also genuinely low in residual sugar, making it an excellent choice for keto and low-carb diets.
This guide covers Pinot Noir calories per glass and bottle, nutrition facts, a breakdown by region and brand, where wine calories come from, and the best lower-calorie wine alternatives if you want to go lighter still.
Further reading
- Check out these Refreshing, Luscious Pinot Noir Wines.
- You might also be interested to find out the Calorie Count In A Glass Of Red Wine.
Pinot Noir Calories and Nutrition Facts
Here is the nutritional breakdown for a standard 5 oz (148ml) glass of Pinot Noir:
| Nutrient |
Per 5 oz Glass |
Per 750ml Bottle |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | ~121 | ~605 |
| Total carbohydrates | ~3.4g | ~17g |
| Residual sugar | ~1–2g | ~5–10g |
| Dietary fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.1g | ~0.5g |
| Alcohol (ethanol) | ~14–15g (at 13% ABV) | ~70–75g |
| Sodium | ~5mg | ~25mg |
| Potassium | ~187mg | ~935mg |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0g |
Pinot Noir Calories by Region and ABV
Pinot Noir's calorie count varies by growing region because climate determines grape ripeness and therefore alcohol content. Cooler climates (Burgundy, Oregon's Willamette Valley, New Zealand) produce lighter, lower-ABV wines; warmer climates (California's Sonoma Coast, Central Otago) produce riper, slightly higher-ABV expressions.
|
Region / Style | Typical ABV |
Calories per 5 oz Glass | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burgundy (Village / Premier Cru) | 12.5–13% | ~118–123 cal | Earthy, elegant, fine tannin — lowest calorie Pinot |
| Willamette Valley, Oregon | 13–13.5% | ~122–126 cal | Fruit-forward, silky, medium body |
| Sonoma Coast, California | 13.5–14% | ~124–130 cal | Richer, darker fruit, full body |
| Central Otago, New Zealand | 13–14% | ~122–130 cal | Intense, concentrated, mineral |
| Central Coast, California | 13.5–14.5% | ~124–132 cal | Warm, ripe, lush |
| South Australia / Yarra Valley | 13–14% | ~122–130 cal | Varied — cool regions lighter, warm heavier |
Calories in Popular Pinot Noir Brands
|
Brand / Label | Region | ABV |
Calories per 5 oz Glass |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louis Jadot Bourgogne Pinot Noir | Burgundy, France | 12.5% | ~118 cal |
| Meiomi Pinot Noir | California (tri-county blend) | 13.5% | ~124 cal |
| A to Z Wineworks Pinot Noir | Willamette Valley, Oregon | 13.5% | ~124 cal |
| Domaine Drouhin Oregon Pinot Noir | Willamette Valley, Oregon | 13% | ~122 cal |
| Kim Crawford Pinot Noir | Marlborough, NZ | 13% | ~120 cal |
| Erath Oregon Pinot Noir | Willamette Valley, Oregon | 13% | ~122 cal |
| La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir | Sonoma Coast, California | 13.5% | ~124 cal |
| Elk Cove Pinot Noir | Willamette Valley, Oregon | 13.5% | ~124 cal |
| Saintsbury Carneros Pinot Noir | Carneros, California | 13.5% | ~124 cal |
| Felton Road Bannockburn Pinot Noir | Central Otago, NZ | 13.5% | ~124 cal |
Note: Calorie estimates are calculated from ABV. Some producers publish exact nutritional data on their websites; this is always the most accurate source for a specific bottle.
Where Do Pinot Noir Calories Come From?
Like all wine, Pinot Noir calories come from three components — and they are not equal in their contribution:
A. Alcohol (Primary Source)
Alcohol contains approximately 7 calories per gram — nearly double the 4 calories per gram in sugar. In a dry wine like Pinot Noir, virtually all of the grape sugar has been converted to alcohol during fermentation, so alcohol dominates the calorie count.
A 5 oz glass of 13% ABV Pinot Noir contains approximately 15.2 grams of pure alcohol. At 7 cal/gram, that is about 106 calories from alcohol alone — nearly 90% of the glass's total calories. The remaining ~15 calories come from residual sugar and other dissolved solids.
This is why ABV is your best single predictor of calorie count in dry wines. A Burgundy at 12.5% ABV will always have meaningfully fewer calories than a Sonoma Coast Pinot at 14.5% ABV, regardless of brand or price.
B. Carbohydrates / Residual Sugar
Wine carbs come primarily from residual sugar — the natural grape sugar that was not converted to alcohol during fermentation. Dry Pinot Noir has very low residual sugar (typically 1–4 g/L), contributing approximately 3.4 grams of carbohydrates per 5 oz glass.
At 4 calories per gram, that adds only about 14 calories per glass — a minor contribution. For context: a glass of sweet wine like Moscato might have 15–20 grams of carbohydrates per glass, adding 60–80 calories from sugar alone. Pinot Noir's bone-dry character makes it an excellent keto and low-carb choice.
C. Proteins
Proteins contain approximately 4 calories per gram. Wine proteins come from grape varieties, yeast, and bacteria used during winemaking. In a typical 5 oz glass of Pinot Noir, protein contributes less than 1 calorie — genuinely negligible and not worth tracking for calorie purposes.
A fortified wine note: Port wine (vinovest.co/blog/port-wine) contains 19–22% ABV and higher residual sugar — but because it is served in smaller 2–3 oz pours, a standard Port serving (~90–100 cal) is often similar to or slightly lower than a 5 oz glass of Pinot Noir. The higher strength is offset by the smaller pour size.
Pinot Noir vs. Other Low-Calorie Wine Options
Pinot Noir is one of the most popular choices for calorie-conscious drinkers among dry red wines — lower in calories than Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, and Zinfandel. Here is how it compares across all wine styles:
| Wine | ABV |
Calories per 5 oz Glass |
vs Pinot Noir |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brut Champagne | 12% | ~95–105 cal | Lower — lightest mainstream option |
| Prosecco Brut | 11% | ~80–90 cal | Lower |
| Chablis / light Chardonnay | 12% | ~113–118 cal | Lower — a genuine lower-cal white option |
| Sauvignon Blanc | 12.5% | ~119–122 cal | Similar |
| Pinot Grigio | 12% | ~118–122 cal | Similar |
| Pinot Noir (standard, 13%) | 13% | ~120–123 cal | Baseline |
| Dry Rosé (Provence) | 12.5% | ~120–126 cal | Similar |
| Merlot | 13–14% | ~120–130 cal | Similar to slightly higher |
| Cabernet Sauvignon | 13.5–15% | ~122–135 cal | Higher |
| Chardonnay (oaked California) | 13.5–14.5% | ~122–132 cal | Similar to higher |
| Syrah / Shiraz (warm climate) | 14–16% | ~128–155 cal | Higher |
| Zinfandel (Lodi) | 15–16.5% | ~135–160 cal | Higher |
Pinot Noir is the lowest-calorie mainstream dry red wine. Its naturally lighter body and cooler-climate origins typically keep ABV below 13.5%, which directly translates to fewer calories than full-bodied reds. If you want to go lighter still, Brut Champagne (vinovest.co/blog/champagne) or unoaked Chardonnay from Chablis are the next steps down.
Pinot Noir and Keto / Low-Carb Diets
Pinot Noir is an excellent choice for keto and low-carb diets. At approximately 3.4g of carbohydrates per 5 oz glass (almost entirely from trace residual sugar), it easily fits within a typical daily keto carb budget of 20–30g.
For the most keto-friendly Pinot Noir options:
- Choose cool-climate expressions (Burgundy, Oregon, NZ) at 12.5–13% ABV — these naturally have lower residual sugar
- Avoid late-harvest or dessert-style Pinot Noir, which contain significantly more residual sugar
- Premium Burgundy and Oregon Pinot Noir from serious producers typically have the lowest residual sugar of any major red wine style
Avoid pairing high-carb foods with your Pinot Noir: Even a low-carb wine doesn't cancel out a high-carb meal. If you're on keto or a low-carb plan, pair your Pinot Noir with grilled salmon, duck confit, roast chicken, or mushroom-based dishes rather than pasta, pizza, or bread-heavy dishes.
Pinot Noir as an Investment Wine
Pinot Noir from Grand Cru Burgundy vineyards represents some of the world's most valuable investment-grade wine. Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's Romanée-Conti Grand Cru ($25,000–35,000 per bottle) is Pinot Noir. La Tâche, Richebourg, Chambertin — all are Pinot Noir from Burgundy's greatest sites. The variety's extraordinary sensitivity to terroir, its low yields, and its aging potential in great vintages make it the world's most collectible red grape for long-term investment.
At the accessible end, fine wines from Oregon (Domaine Drouhin, Beaux Frères, Eyrie Vineyards) and top Burgundy Village wines are increasingly traded on the secondary market by collectors building diversified portfolios.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in a glass of Pinot Noir?
A standard 5 oz (148ml) glass of Pinot Noir contains approximately 121 calories. Lighter Burgundy expressions (12.5% ABV) run about 118 cal; fuller Oregon or Sonoma Pinot (13.5–14%) runs 124–130 cal. A 750ml bottle at standard 13% ABV contains approximately 605 calories across 5 pours.
Is Pinot Noir good for a low-calorie diet?
Yes — Pinot Noir is one of the best dry red wine choices for calorie-conscious drinkers. At ~121 cal per glass it is lower than most other red wines, and at ~3.4g carbs/glass it is also one of the lowest-carb options available. For keto diets, Burgundy Pinot Noir is a particularly good choice.
Does Pinot Noir have fewer calories than Cabernet Sauvignon?
Generally yes. Standard Pinot Noir (13% ABV, ~121 cal) has slightly fewer calories than standard Cabernet Sauvignon (13.5% ABV, ~124 cal). The gap widens when comparing cool-climate Burgundy (12.5% ABV, ~118 cal) to Napa Valley Cabernet (14.5% ABV, ~132 cal). At comparable ABV levels the calorie difference is negligible.
How many carbs are in a glass of Pinot Noir?
Approximately 3.4 grams of total carbohydrates per 5 oz glass — almost all from trace residual sugar. Pinot Noir is a dry wine with minimal residual sugar, making it one of the best choices for low-carb and keto diets among red wines.
Which Pinot Noir has the fewest calories?
Burgundy Pinot Noir from cool vintages at 12–12.5% ABV (producers like Louis Jadot, Louis Latour, Bouchard Père et Fils at the entry level) are consistently the lowest-calorie Pinot Noir options at approximately 113–120 calories per glass. Oregon producers in the 12.5–13% ABV range (Eyrie Vineyards, Domaine Drouhin at their lighter expressions) are close behind.
Last updated: May 2026 | Vinovest editorial team | Calorie data sourced from La Crema, Vivino, Coravin, and the original Vinovest Pinot Noir calories post
