Noirien is the most common eco-geogroup of related vine varieties, those found primarily in north eastern France that are related to or closely associated with Pinot Noir: notably Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Auxerrois, Chardonnay, Melon, and Gamay Noir.
Robinson, J., Harding, J., and Vouillamoz, J., Wine Grapes, a complete guide to 1,368 vine varieties, including their origins and flavours (London, 2012).
