Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris Flashcards
Pinot Grigio harvesting?
Harvested early to retain acidity
Why is Pinot Grigio harvested early?
To retain acidity
Pinot Grigio has simple flavours of?
Pear and lemon
How is the winemaking of Pinot Gris different from Pinot Grigio?
Yields are controlled and harvesting is delayed
Pinot Gris grapes exhibit what chemical characteristics?
Higher in sugar
Lower in acidity
More complex in flavour
Why is fermentation sometimes interrupted with Pinot Gris?
To retain an off-dry or medium level of sweetness
Why are Pinot Grigios best consumed young?
Their simple flavours will fade within a short time
Pinot Gris develops what notes in the bottle?
Ginger and honey
Where are Pinot Grigios commonly produced in Italy?
Veneto region
Where is a more complex and fuller-bodied Pinot Grigio found in Italy?
Friuli-Venezia Giulia
Alsace Pinot Gris produces pronounced flavours of?
Peach and mango
Pinot Gris region of France?
Alsace AOC
The best Pinot Gris in Alsace comes from what kind of vineyards?
Grand Cru
