Pinot Blanc is a white grape variety, with its roots in Alsace, France.
The wines show medium body, no tannin, medium acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
The tasting note runs to apple, almond, spice and smokiness.
It is planted most seriously in Alsace, Alto Adige and Niederosterreich.
In the vineyard it is marked by early ripening, relatively fruitful vigour and a preference for prefers a moderate climate with good sun exposure.
It blends readily with Auxerrois and Chardonnay.
On other labels it goes by Pinot Bianco, Weissburgunder, Weisser Burgunder and Beli Pinot.
At the table it suits quiche lorraine, pad thai noodles and grilled chicken with garlic and tahini sauce.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Blends well with.
Food pairings.
Also labelled.
Pinot Bianco, Weissburgunder, Weisser Burgunder, Beli Pinot, Klevner (Alsace), Blanc Vrai (Champagne).
Bottles to look for.
- Cantina Terlano-Kellerei Terlan 'Rarity' Pinot Bianco Alto Adige, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
- Cantina Terlano-Kellerei Terlan 'Vorberg' Riserva Pinot Bianco Alto Adige, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
- Cantina Terlano-Kellerei Terlan Tradition Pinot Bianco Alto Adige, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
- Cedric Bouchard Roses de Jeanne 'BO-La Boloree' Blanc de Blancs, Champagne, France
- Domaine Henri Gouges Bourgogne Pinot Blanc, Burgundy, France
- Domaine Henri Gouges La Perriere Blanc, Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru, France
- Domaine Weinbach Pinot Blanc Reserve, Alsace, France
- Elena Walch 'Kristallberg' Pinot Bianco Alto Adige, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
Pinot Blanc: common questions
01.What does Pinot Blanc taste like?+
02.Where is Pinot Blanc from?+
03.Where is Pinot Blanc grown?+
04.What food pairs with Pinot Blanc?+
05.What else is Pinot Blanc called?+
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of France.