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