The Wine VaultPinot Grigio
A mutation of Pinot Noir with grayish-blue skins. Light and crisp as Italian Pinot Grigio, richer and spicier as Alsatian Pinot Gris.
Origin
Burgundy, France
Serving temperature
8-10°C
Aging potential
1-3 years for most; Alsace Grand Cru up to 10
What Pinot Grigio tastes like
Pear, lemon, apple, almond, honey (Alsace style).
Food pairings
- Seafood pasta
- Light salads
- Mild cheeses
- Prosciutto e melone
Classic regions
- Friuli-Venezia Giulia
- Alsace
- Oregon
- Alto Adige
Fun fact
The grape’s skins are actually pinkish-gray, and if left on the skins long enough, Pinot Grigio can produce a copper-colored "ramato" style wine.