Grenache Gris
The Pink-Skinned Mutation
Grenache Gris is grown in Roussillon, Maury and Banyuls.
- Tastes of
- stone fruit, spice, citrus and melon
- Goes with
- charcuterie, spiced dishes and mediterranean fish
- Also called
- Garnacha Gris, Garnacha Roja
The story
Grenache Gris is the color mutation between red Grenache and white Grenache Blanc. The pink-gray skins create wines with more texture and spice than Grenache Blanc. Roussillon is the heartland.
Insider story
Grenache Gris makes some of Roussillon's most interesting whites.
More body and phenolics than Grenache Blanc.
Often used for skin-contact/orange wines.
Technical deep dive
Medium-bodied white/orange wine potential.
Spicy, textural character.
Can handle skin contact well.
Industry secrets
Grenache Gris is the natural wine darling in Roussillon.
Skin-contact versions are increasingly popular.
For collectors
Investment grade C
- Auction records
- No auction market
- Blue-chip producers
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- Domaine Gauby
- Matassa
- Olivier Pithon
- Value picks
- Roussillon Grenache Gris ($18-35)
- Price trend
- Slowly rising with natural wine trend.
- Collector’s tip
- Drink within 5 years. Perfect for orange wine fans.