The
name of this wine is still a mystery. Tokay of
Alsace is made 100% from Pinot Gris grape
variety which is from Alsace itself or more probably
from Burgundy and has never been linked with
Hungary.
Pinot
Gris grape information
Pinot
Gris is a full-body white wine with a long
lasting finish. It is such a rich and round
white that it can even replace red wine with
a red meat dish. However white meat is generally
recommended with Pinot Gris. At its best, it
can be served with Foie Gras!
Pinot
Gris from Alsace has a yellow colour tending
to gold. It offers aromas of wood and mushroom.
It is
recommended to serve Pinot Gris at 12°C (54°F)
which is a little bit warmer than usual dry white
wine.
Since
2006, the official name is Pinot Gris. Tokay
has been removed to avoid confusion with the
Hungarian wine.