It's colours can range anywhere at all for grapes, but it is most typically a grayish-blue colour. The wines produced from this surprising variety are also of almost any wine colour, from deep amber to rose-blush pink. As for the characteristics, Pinot Gris is a real wild-card of a grape. Pinot Gris or Grigio is cultivated in the Alsace region of France, and Australia, Italy, New Zealand, Germany, and the United States.

Being such a versatile grape with so many faces and personalities depending on region, Pinot Gris is thought to be a cousin to Pinot Noir. The French version produces a medium-body wine with a flowery aroma and a spicy flavour. German Pinot Gris is full-bodied with a balancing acidity. The United States version produces a yellow wine with sweet, fruity flavours. And the Italian version is light-bodied and crisp, with a high acidity.

With so many different personalities depending on region, Pinot Gris is almost schizophrenic. Paying attention to the region of origin will be a key factor in picking the wine to go with foods. Pinot Gris is also blended with Pinot Noir , to enrich the Pinot Noir's flavour.

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