Picpoul Gris
White wine grape variety
Also known as Piquepoul Gris
Picpoul Gris is a white wine grape with signature aromas of lemon zest, green apple, floral note. Structure: Medium body, High acidity, Low alcohol. Often confused with Trebbiano Toscano and Macabeo.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for brisk acidity and lemon-apple freshness in a restrained frame.
- Check aromatic intensity as moderate, not highly perfumed.
Confidence signals
- Citrus-fresh profile
- High acidity with lighter structure
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Languedoc · Herault · Rhone Valley
- Classic styles: Rare high-acid gray-berried Piquepoul (#9295) mutation used in blends · Fresh light-to-medium white emphasizing citrus tension
Common questions
Is Picpoul Gris a red or white grape variety?
Picpoul Gris is a white wine grape variety.
What does Picpoul Gris smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Picpoul Gris include lemon zest, green apple and floral note. Structural profile: Medium body, High acidity, Low alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Picpoul Gris?
Documented tells for Picpoul Gris: Look for brisk acidity and lemon-apple freshness in a restrained frame. and Check aromatic intensity as moderate, not highly perfumed..
What is Picpoul Gris most often confused with in blind tasting?
Picpoul Gris is most commonly confused with Trebbiano Toscano, Macabeo and Grenache Blanc. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Picpoul Gris grown?
Classic regions for Picpoul Gris include Languedoc, Herault and Rhone Valley.