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Pinot Grigio

British  
/ ˈpiːnəʊ ˈɡriːdʒəʊ /

noun

  1. a variety of grape, grown in Italy for wine-making

  2. any of the white Italian wines made from this grape

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Etymology

Origin of Pinot Grigio

Italian grigio grey

Example Sentences

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When asked in 2018 by TV host Ellen DeGeneres what she would bring to a dinner party, she showed no hesitation in replying "white wine", before adding her preferences: "Sancerre, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc."

From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026

Riese comments colorfully, as a wine sommelier would detail the notes of a Pinot Grigio, suggesting certain waters pair best with certain foods.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 23, 2024

If you're looking to switch up your usual Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio, there's a lesser-known, super versatile white varietal that belongs on your table: Txakoli.

From Salon • Dec. 18, 2021

The 2017 MTO was a blend of Trebbiano and Pinot Grigio while the 2016 was Garganega and Pinot Grigio.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 30, 2018

The Taubs believed that one of those wines, Pinot Grigio, was the most likely to compete successfully with Soave.

From New York Times • Nov. 23, 2012