Pinot grigio [pee-no-gree-jo] is a white grape varietal from Northern Italy. This grape makes a wine with bright acidity and light body, a refreshing combination. Many around the world adore Pinot Grigio - let’s discover what makes this wine so delicious.
Primary Flavors
Lemon
Lime
Apple
Pear
White peach
Jasmine
Grape Profile
TANNIN: Quite Soft, Barely Noticeable Tannins
ACIDITY: High Acidity, Tangy and Crisp
BODY: Light to Medium, Versatile
SUGAR: Completely Dry, No Residual Sugar
LEVEL OF ALCOHOL: Middle Range (9-12%)
Handling
Serve 8-10°C
Decant No
Glass Type Standard White Wine Glass
Period open5-7 days
Cellar Between 1 and 2 Years
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Pinot Grigio Regions
Friuli Venezia Giulia
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Lombardy
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Veneto
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Trentino-South Tyrol
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Food Parings
Starter: Vegetable Tempura
Pinot grigio brings out the sweet and salty character of this traditional Japanese dish. Both the wine and the dish are crisp and delicious.
Main course: Spaghetti Pomodoro
This Italian staple is designed to be eaten with a wine like Pinot Grigio. The acidity in the tomatoes and wine really compliment each other.
Second course: Camarones Ajillo
These garlicky Spanish prawns will shine with Pinot Grigio. The wine will brilliantly enhance the sweetness of the prawns.
Pinot Grigio is a refreshing, light-bodied wine. Its bright acidity is best enhanced by acidic foods. When it comes to starters, Pinot Grigio pairs fabulously with vegetables and seafood, as well as fresh cheeses. As you move to a first course or pasta, stick to sauces that are light. A tomato sauce is never a bad idea. Fish-centric second courses are a great match for Pinot Grigio. But, if you are not a seafood fan, chicken dishes with lemon are a lovely alternative.
FAQS
What kind of wine is Pinot Grigio?
Pinot Grigio is dry and still white wine. It is light-bodied with bright acidity. It also has a delicate pale color.
What does Pinot Grigio taste like?
Pinot Grigio is refreshing with lively acidity. It is light on the palate, with citrus and orchard fruit flavors. Pinot Grigio can also express notes of white peach and white flowers.
Is Pinot Grigio dry or sweet?
Pinot Grigio is typically a dry wine
Where is Pinot Grigio produced?
Pinot Grigio is produced mainly in Italy, in four specific regions: Fruili-Venezia Giulia, Veneto, Trentino-Alto Adige, and Lombardy. Pinot Grigio is also grown in other parts of the world such as many parts of France, where it is known as Pinot Gris.
What should I eat with Pinot Grigio?
Pinot Grigio pairs with mostly mild foods such as fresh cheeses, like mozzarella and goat cheese. Pinot Grigio also shines with acidic foods. Seafood with fresh lemon or lime is a great pairing. If you do not love seafood, Pinot Grigio pairs brilliantly with chicken.
Want to know it all?
Pinot Grigio’s Primary Flavours
Lemon
Lime
Apple
Pear
White Peach
Jasmine
Handling of Pinot Grigio
Serving temperature:
8-10°C
Glass type:
Standard white wine glass
Suggested time in Decanter:
None
Lasting period once open:
5-7 days
Storing time in cellar:
1-2 years
Consumer info
Price average:
£9
Best pairing with pasta:
pasta with light tomato or butter sauces, alone or with shellfish
Best pairing with risotto & rice:
plain butter risotto or shellfish risotto
Best pairing with meat:
chicken
Best pairing with fish:
shellfish or whitefish
Best pairing with cheese:
buffalo mozzarella and goats cheese
Top 3 cuisines that pair well:
Italian, Japanese, Spanish
Wines made from Pinot Grigio
Pinot Grigio
Most Pinot Grigio grapes are used to make the classic white Pinot Grigio wine. This wine is produced in four main regions: Fruili-Venezia Giulia, Veneto, Trentino-Alto Adige, and Lombardy.
Pinot Grigio Rosé
Pinot Grigio grapes are also used to make a very pretty rosé. Its grape skins are darker than many white grapes, which lends a pink hue to the wine.
History of Pinot Grigio
Pinot Grigio’s history stretches far back; it has been planted since the Middle Ages. Pinot Grigio is historically a French grape, originating in the Burgundy region from a mutation of the Pinot Noir grape. Its skins are not like other white grape skins; they have an alluring blue-gray tinge. This led to its name Pinot Gris in French, meaning ‘grey pinot.’ In Italian, grigio means grey! Centuries ago, the grape quickly traveled to Switzerland and did not take long for them to reach the regions of Northern Italy. Yet, it was not until the 1990s that Pinot Grigio’s popularity grew outside the Italian market. Now, it is one of the top 5 most popular Italian grape varieties. Today, Pinot Grigio is produced all over North-Eastern Italy. It thrives in locations with high altitude and sun exposure. Its most prestigious production areas create some exciting and acidity driven wines. Friuli-Venezia Giulia is a prime example, with its impressive hillside vineyards.
Final overview
The simplicity of Pinot Grigio makes for some easy-drinking wine.