Pinot Gris - Pinot Grigio

The Grape. The Region.

Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris are one in the same – the former is the Italian version of its French counterpart. Widely planted in the north of Italy, Pinot Grigio has risen to prominence in the northeast regions of Trentino and Friuli. Pinot Gris is also a principal grape in the Alsace region of France, where climate and soil combine to craft this refreshing white wine.

The Pinot Grigio grape is planted widely in the United States, most notably in Oregon, where it outpaces Pinot Grigio plantings in all other wine regions of the U.S. combined. This grape yields a dry, fruit-first wine.

Wine Style. Wine Flavor.

Stylistically, Pinot Grigio varies widely – from a rounder, fuller wine, to a lighter, crisper wine. The common thread is a delicate hint of honey in the wine’s aroma. Pinot Grigio typically exhibits flavors of almond, nuts, rose petals, orange rind and pine.
Traditionally fermented in stainless steel to preserve both fruit and freshness, Pinot Grigio is a refreshing white wine that complements a wide range of cuisines.

Sip. Eat.

At your next wine and cheese tasting, pair Pinot Girgio/Pinot Gris with a selection of parmesan, brie, goat and gruyere cheeses.

Discover our selection of Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris wines in the Barrel Room Wine Shop.