Trousseau Gris
White wine grape variety
Also known as Grey Riesling
Trousseau Gris is a white wine grape with signature aromas of pear, melon, orange blossom. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Pinot Gris and Riesling.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for pear-melon and blossom aromatics in dry style.
- Check medium body with moderate acidity.
Confidence signals
- Pear-melon and blossom profile
- Moderate acid and textural mid-palate
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: California · Jura · Russian River Valley
- Classic styles: Rare pink-skinned white clone used for aromatic still wines · Medium-bodied white with ripe orchard and floral notes
Common questions
Is Trousseau Gris a red or white grape variety?
Trousseau Gris is a white wine grape variety.
What does Trousseau Gris smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Trousseau Gris include pear, melon and orange blossom. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Trousseau Gris?
Documented tells for Trousseau Gris: Look for pear-melon and blossom aromatics in dry style. and Check medium body with moderate acidity..
What is Trousseau Gris most often confused with in blind tasting?
Trousseau Gris is most commonly confused with Pinot Gris, Riesling and Chenin Blanc. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Trousseau Gris grown?
Classic regions for Trousseau Gris include California, Jura and Russian River Valley.