Pinot Gris Regions

Pinot Gris in Europe

Pinot Gris (France)

Pinot Gris from France (Alsace) and Pinot Grigio from Italy use the same grape.
But the Alsatian version of the wine is more fruity with more aroma and sweetness.

Pinot Grigio (Italy)

Pinot Grigio is a light and dry Italian white wine.
Refreshing as a cold glass of lemonade on a hot summer day.

Grauburgunder (Germany)

Grauburgunder is the German name for Pinot Gris.

Ruländer (Germany)

Ruländer is a German Off-Dry Pinot Gris.

Grauburgunder (Austria)

Grauburgunder was brought from Burgundy to Austria in the 13th or 14th century by Cistercian monks.

In the New World

Pinot Gris (USA)

Pinot Gris on the label, indicates a wine made in an off-dry Alsation style.

Pinot Grigio (USA)

Pinot Grigio on the label, indicates a lighter and more Italian style.

Pinot Gris (New Zealand)

New Zealand Pinot Gris is more like the Alsatian style.

Pinot Gris (Australia)

Pinot Gris indicates a richer French style.

Pinot Grigio (Australia)

Pinot Grigio indicates a lighter and more Italian style.

Pinot Gris (Chile)

Pinot Gris from Chile is where the Alsatian style meets the Italian style.