Are Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris the same thing?

Are Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris the same thing?

Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio are in fact the exact same grape variety. It is a white grape, with a grayish / brownish pink skin (hence the name gris, or gray, in French). The grape originated in France (it's from the Burgundian Pinot family), and is known as Pinot Gris in France, where it is most cultivated in Alsace.

Which is sweeter Pinot Gris or Pinot Grigio?

Pinot Grigio often tastes less sweet than other white wine because of the high acidity. If you're looking for a sweeter style it comes down to how the winemaker has produced the wine, but sometimes Pinot Gris is a little more generously flavoured and complex and some styles have a touch of sweetness.

Which is drier Pinot Gris or Pinot Grigio?

Sweeter or richer wine styles are typically labelled Pinot Gris whereas the drier, lighter-bodied varieties are labelled Pinot Grigio.

What type of wine is Pinot Gris?

The second most popular white wine in America, Pinot Grigio (aka Pinot Gris) is a dry white wine that has a punchy acidity with flavors of lemons, limes, green apples and honeysuckle. At its most basic, Pinot Gris/Grigio is a refreshing white wine that, when served cold, is the perfect respite from a hot summer's day.