Pinot Noir
Wine contains ethanol — IARC has classified alcoholic beverages as Group 1 (carcinogenic to humans) and the World Health Organization states there is no safe level of alcohol consumption. While some studies report cardioprotective effects of moderate red-wine intake, current consensus emphasizes increased risks of breast and colorectal cancers from any alcohol intake.
What it is
Pinot Noir is a red-wine grape variety (Vitis vinifera); also refers to wine made from it.
Beverage / cooking wine.
Why it's flagged
- ethanol — IARC Group 1 carcinogen
- sulfite allergens commonly present
- developmental harm in pregnancy
What regulators actually say
"No level of alcohol consumption is safe for our health."
"Alcoholic beverages are classified as Group 1 — carcinogenic to humans."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Regulated by TTB as alcoholic beverage
European Union — EFSA
Sulfites declared per EU allergen rules
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