GRAPE COMPARISON
Pinot Grigio is the softer, more easy-going of the two, while Riesling is higher in acidity and sweeter.
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Typical profiles — individual bottles vary by producer, region and vintage.
| Attribute | Pinot Grigio | Riesling |
|---|---|---|
| Body | Light–medium | Light–medium |
| Acidity | Medium–high | High |
| Sweetness | Dry | Off-dry |
| Typical ABV | 12–13.5% | 8–12% |
| Signature flavours | pear, green apple, citrus, almond | lime, green apple, apricot, honey, petrol (aged) |
| Classic regions | Veneto, Alto Adige, Alsace (as Pinot Gris), Oregon | Mosel, Rheingau, Alsace, Clare Valley, Finger Lakes |
| Great with | light white fish, antipasti, summer salads | spicy Thai curry, pork belly, apple tart |
Pinot Grigio
Light, clean and easy-going — the effortless patio pour.
Riesling
High-acid and floral, made bone-dry to lusciously sweet — the great aromatic white that loves spicy food.
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Pinot Grigio is the softer, more easy-going of the two, while Riesling is higher in acidity and sweeter. Pinot Grigio is typically dry, Riesling off-dry.
Pinot Grigio and Riesling sit at a similar weight — both light–medium-bodied.
Pinot Grigio suits light white fish, antipasti and summer salads; Riesling suits spicy Thai curry, pork belly and apple tart.
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