OK, what’s the difference? Different names, same grape. Pinot Grigio = Italian. Pinot Gris = French. The white-wine grape has a grayish / brownish hue to its skin; ‘gris’ means ‘gray’ in French. By ...

A few weeks ago, I did what I now know was a big no-no. I made a (truthful) joke about a lot of the pinot gris out there in the world being, well, bad. And while I stand by the fact that the only ...

Somehow, it seems that pinot gris too often is overlooked despite being one of the most deliciously dependable wines produced in the Pacific Northwest. And this summer’s Cascadia International Wine ...

When you think of the Willamette Valley, you probably think first of pinot noir. Maybe you will think of chardonnay, but will you think of pinot gris? Start thinking. This is one of the most ...

It is no secret that Oregon's Willamette Valley makes world-class Pinot Noir, but early on, their white-wine production, which centered on Chardonnay, was less successful. While there have been ...

Summer is officially here, and with endless parties, cookouts, and gatherings to attend, it is imperative to show up with a great bottle of wine to share. “Pinot Grigio is often overlooked or gets the ...

Pinot Grigio can be a magnificent and true representation of when time, place, the elements, and human touch collide. Here are top picks for every price point.

Tasting notes and quick highlights of Portlandia’s Pinot Gris and Cabernet Sauvignon, plus a snapshot of the brand’s Oregon roots.