Wines made from Pinot gris grapes of Idaho
Discover the best wines made with Pinot gris as a single variety or as a blend of Idaho.
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 Idaho
Pacific Northwest American state, pioneer vineyard since 1860, modern renaissance at Snake River Valley AVA (since 2007). High-altitude desert climate, hot days and cool nights, Rhodanian latitude. Riesling the white signature: tense and precise with lime, green apple, white peach, white flowers and mineral touch, lively acidity. Peppery Syrah (blackberry, bacon, violet), supple Tempranillo (cherry, tobacco) — Basque heritage.
What are the typical flavors of the Pinot gris grape variety?
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Pinot gris
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Pinot gris