Pinot Blanc (France)

Pinot Bianco (Italy) / Weissburgunder (Germany)

Pinot Blanc is produced under different names and styles in various countries.

Typical Flavors


Lemon Zest
Lemon Zest
Apple
Apple
Peach
Peach
Melon
Melon

Gravels
Gravels
Almonds
Almonds
Spices
Spices
Oak
Oak

Pinot Blanc can show a range of flavors from Lemon Zest to Apple, Peach, and Melon, along with Gravels, nutty Almonds, and Spices depending on Oak treatment.

Profile

French Pinot Blanc is known to be a full body wine with good acidity:

SUGARDry
BODYMedium - High
FRUITMedium
ACIDITYMedium - High
Serving temperature:
10-12°C (50-54°F)

Food Pairing


Aperitif
Aperitif
Salads
Salads
Vegetables
Vegetables
Pasta
Pasta

Fish
Fish
Chicken
Chicken
Turkey
Turkey
Pork
Pork

Pairing Suggestions

Excellent Pairing:
Aperitif.
Salads. Vegetable Dishes.
Light Pasta Dishes.
Seafood. Fish Soup.
Grilled Scallops.
Egg Dishes. Omlet.
White Meat. Turkey.
Pork Tenderloin.

Cheese:
Soft Cheeses.

French Specialities:
Escargots.
Omelette.
Quiche Lorraine.