Pinot Gris, a mutation of Pinot Noir, produces soft, gently perfumed wines with more substance and colour than most white wines.
The classic region for Pinot Gris in France is Alsace. Alsatian Pinot Gris are rich full-bodied wines with ginger, banana and melon (and sometimes honey) flavours which can be partnered with food without the distraction of too much aroma.
The Pinot Grigios grown in Friuli-Venezia Giulia are usually dry with medium acidity, and can also show some of the ripe nuttiness and honeyed character reminscent of their Alsatian cousins.
New Zealand Pinot Gris is also growing in popularity and is often made in the Alsatian model.
Clean and elegant with good fruit concentration with nicer minerality. Moderate length and complexity. Ripe peach like aromas and apple flavours compliment the wine.
Good fruit concentration on palate with nice mineral notes. Good weight and acidic balance. A great accompaniment to Risotto, pasta, white meats and seafood. Serving temperature 13°C
Beautiful bright yellow in colour. On the nose it has fruity aromas of
peach, pineapple and acacia flowers. The attack is supple with good
structure. A long and aromatic finish. A well balanced wine.
Clear and bright with delicate aromas in an off dry style with ripe and juicy white peach characters and a hint of cinnamon. A gentle aroma of candied peel, wet stones and thyme. Delicate fragrant wine with stone fruit characters. Fleshy palate with a delicious touch of sweetness from the wonderfully ripe fruit.
Food match with - Mild cheese, mussels, Asian dishes, sashimi, ham, pork, and spicy chicken dishes.
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