Pinot Blanc vs Pinot Gris
How to tell them apart in a blind tasting
The clearest separator between Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris is color intensity: Pinot Blanc is Pale while Pinot Gris is Medium. Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
Structure compared
| Structure compared | Pinot Blanc | Pinot Gris |
|---|---|---|
| Acidity | Medium(+) | Medium(+) |
| Body | Medium | Medium |
| Alcohol | Medium | Medium |
| Color intensity | Pale | Medium |
| Aromatic intensity | Medium | Medium |
Signature aromas
Pinot Blanc
applepearalmond
Pinot Gris
pearwhite peachlemon zest
Common questions
- How do you tell Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris apart in a blind tasting?
- The clearest separator between Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris is color intensity: Pinot Blanc is Pale while Pinot Gris is Medium. Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
- Is Pinot Blanc or Pinot Gris higher in color intensity?
- On the WSET ladder, Pinot Blanc is Pale and Pinot Gris is Medium for color intensity.
- Are Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris red or white?
- Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris are both white grape varieties.