Counoise vs Pais
How to tell them apart in a blind tasting
The clearest separator between Counoise and Pais is body: Counoise is Medium while Pais is Light. Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
Structure compared
| Structure compared | Counoise | Pais |
|---|---|---|
| Acidity | Medium(+) | Medium(+) |
| Tannin | Medium | Medium |
| Body | Medium | Light |
| Alcohol | Low | Low |
| Color intensity | Medium | Medium |
| Aromatic intensity | Medium(+) | Medium |
Signature aromas
Counoise
raspberryred currantwhite pepper
Pais
raspberryred cherryfloral note
Common questions
- How do you tell Counoise and Pais apart in a blind tasting?
- The clearest separator between Counoise and Pais is body: Counoise is Medium while Pais is Light. Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
- Is Counoise or Pais higher in body?
- On the WSET ladder, Counoise is Medium and Pais is Light for body.
- Are Counoise and Pais red or white?
- Counoise and Pais are both red grape varieties.