What did the grape say when it's heart was crushed? Nothing, it just let out a little wine. Breaking up with someone is never easy. One way to lessen the blow is to do it over a glass of wine. Preferably a Pinot Noir. Pinot Noir is the tenth most planted grape in the world and makes a wonderfully light red that even pairs well with fish. It also has a particular chemical in it which helps to lessen emotional pain. Just kidding. It gets its nickname from the fact that it has a very thin skin that easily breaks making it susceptible to disease and genetic mutation. Its fragility makes it a fickle grape to work with posing a challenge to any keen winemaker.