Ref. #605258 · 13-18
Pinot Noir
9%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Pinot Noir Technical Profile
What color is Pinot Noir? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #605258. Colors similar to Pinot Noir include Valspar Sweet Currant, Benjamin Moore Camelot, Valspar Chocolate Raspberry. Pinot Noir has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Pinot Noir creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Pinot Noir pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Pinot Noir
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pinot Noir
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pinot Noir
#605258
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#895F5C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pinot Noir
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pinot Noir Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Pinot Noir.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pinot Noir — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pinot Noir have?
Pinot Noir by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Pinot Noir from other brands?
The closest matches are Sweet Currant by Valspar (#66575D), Camelot by Benjamin Moore (#5E4D55), Chocolate Raspberry by Valspar (#645557). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pinot Noir?
Pinot Noir has an LRV of 9.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pinot Noir's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.