Pinot Gris from the new world (USA, Australia, New Zealand, Chile) often tastes as a combination of richness and texture: Alsatian style meets Italian style.
Lemon |
Apple |
Melon |
Guava |
Apricot |
Plum |
Flowers |
Lemon, Yellow Apple, Melon, Guava, and Apricot are typical Pinot Gris from the new world flavors.
Accompanied with Plum and White Flowers.
Pinot Gris from the new world is medium light, dry, and crispy:
SUGAR: | Dry 3g/l | ||
BODY: | Medium - Light | ||
FRUIT: | Medium | ||
ACIDITY: | Medium - High | ||
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Aperitif |
Salad |
Seafood |
Fish |
Pasta |
Chicken |
Pork |
Soft Cheese |
Pinot Gris from the new world pairs well with BBQ, Vegetables, and Rich Seafood.
Soft Cheese. Washed-Rind Cheeses.
Pinot Gris (Pinot Grigio) originates from Burgundy.
Today it is cultivated primarily in Italy and France (Alsace).
There are primarily three different types of Pinot Gris:
Light, Dry and Crispy (Italian Pinot Grigio and Australian Pinot Grigio).
Off-Dry and Aromatic (French Pinot Gris and Australian Pinot Gris).
Dry and Fruity (Something in between Italian Pinot Grigio and French Pinot Gris).