Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris Flashcards

1
Q

Two distinct styles of PG

A

Early harvest (Italian):
Dry
Light body
Medium to high acidity
Simple flavors (pear/lemon)

Later harvest (French)
Full bodied
Medium acidity
Lemon, stone fruit, tropical fruit

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2
Q

Oak or inert

A

Inert

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3
Q

Italian areas for PG

A

Veneto
delle Venezie

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4
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French areas for PG

A

Alsace

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5
Q

Alsace labeling of PG

A

Alsace
Grand Cru
Vendanges Tardives (late harvest)

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