Things aren’t black or white with this varietal – they’re grey. Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio are the same varietal, their difference comes in which style the winemaker has pursued. Gris expressions will be broader, oilier and richer, while Grigio wines are bright, expressive and fresh. You can explore the many shades of grey right here, with renowned producers including T’Gallant, Squealing Pig and Coldstream Hills.
If you know a little French and a little Italian, you’ll have realised that gris and grigio both mean ‘grey’ in their respective languages, and this refers to the grey-ish hue that often dusts the grape’s skin. Generally, the bunches lean more towards a light rose colour and this is why you can sometimes see Rosés made with Pinot Gris, in spite of it being more famously a white wine.
Discover how these expressions differ by taking a journey through these articles.