California Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris

Don't be surprised if you drink a glass of Pinot Grigio and a glass of Pinot Gris and you find them to be strikingly similar. Turns out the Grigio is what Italians call it, while the French call it Gris. All we know is it's generally a nice, light inexpensive wine, and its popularity is on the rise.

We found a nice article outlining a bunch of California Pinots for you to try. Included below is a partial list with prices; click through to find tasting notes on other examples of this varietal.

2005 Balletto Sonoma Coast Pinot Grigio ($14) 13.5%

2005 Estancia California Pinot Grigio ($13) 12.5%

2004 Guenoc California Pinot Grigio ($9) 12.5%

2005 Palmina Santa Barbara County Pinot Grigio ($16) 13.5%

2004 Van Ruiten Family Vineyards Lodi Pinot Gris ($12) 12.5%

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