Wines made from Pinot gris grapes of Zala
Discover the best wines made with Pinot gris as a single variety or as a blend of Zala.
More informations about the variety Pinot gris
Rich, ample whites with a golden robe, showing aromas of pear, quince, honey, smoke, ginger and spice. Made as structured dry wines (Alsace AOC), off-dry and sumptuous late-harvest sweet (vendange tardive, sélection de grains nobles). Lighter and crisper in Italy as Pinot Grigio (Veneto, Friuli). Also in Germany (Grauburgunder), Hungary (Szürkebarát) and Oregon. A grey mutation of Pinot Noir.
More informations about the region of Balaton
Hungarian region in Zala county (south-west shore of Lake Balaton), ~2,200 ha on forest brown soils, temperate climate regulated by the lake. Olaszrizling is king in whites: dry and full with notes of bitter almond, green apple, citrus, herbs and a mineral touch, fresh acidity and a typically slightly bitter finish. Taut Chardonnay, aromatic Müller-Thurgau and fresh Zöld Veltelini in whites. Fruity Zweigelt (cherry, spices) and supple Kék Oportó in reds.
What are the typical flavors of the Pinot gris grape variety?
- EarthPresent in 1% of Pinot gris
- OakPresent in 1% of Pinot gris
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Pinot gris