Wines made from Pinot gris grapes of Jerusalem
Discover the best wines made with Pinot gris as a single variety or as a blend of Jerusalem.
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 Judean Hills
Judean Hills around Jerusalem, Israel's most dynamic region (~27% of vineyards). Mediterranean climate cooled by breezes, terra rossa over limestone. Signature reds: deep Cabernet Sauvignon (cassis, blackberry, cedar, maquis herbs), supple Merlot (plum, cocoa), peppery Syrah, airy Pinot Noir. Whites: chiselled Chardonnay (citrus, flowers, hazelnut butter), zippy Sauvignon, ample Sémillon.