Grape Variety
Gringet
“Savoie's Rare White”
White grape
Gringet is a white wine grape grown in Ayze, Haute-Savoie, French Alps — known as “Savoie's Alpine Rarity”.
Gringet at a glance
| Color | White |
|---|---|
| Signature flavors | Citrus, Green Apple, Mineral, Flint, Light Herbs, Crisp |
| Classic pairings | Sparkling aperitifs, Light fish, Fresh cheeses, Shellfish |
| Where it grows | Ayze, Haute-Savoie, French Alps |
The Story
Gringet is unique to Ayze in Savoie—a rare white used for both still and sparkling wines.
Insider Story
Gringet makes excellent méthode traditionnelle sparkling wine.
The grape may be related to Savagnin.
Technical Deep Dive
Crisp whites with bright acidity and subtle character.
Flavor profile: citrus, apple, herbs, mineral.
Industry Secrets
Ayze is Savoie's only significant sparkling zone.
Gringet still wines are ultra-rare.
Collector’s Corner
Investment grade D- Auction records
- No auction market
- Blue-chip producers
- ["Domaine Belluard"]
- Value picks
- Vin de Savoie Ayze ($15-30)
- Price trend
- Stable.
- Collector’s tip
- Buy sparkling versions.
Updated March 2026
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