Pinot Gris is New Zealand's fourth-most planted variety and producer by volume, behind sauvignon blanc, pinot noir and chardonnay. A growing amount of pinot gris is now blended with pinot noir to slake the thirst for the rising pinot rose category, but that still leaves plenty for all the pinot gris fans. North CanteburyPinot GrisPrice: $20.99Rating: ExcellentPear, gumdrops, a little struck match and burnt toast with a saline hint. www.riverbyestate.comNorth CanteburyPinot GrisPrice: $20.99Rating: ExcellentRich and appealing nose of musk, toast and honey, with added interest from the botrytis influences. www.maindivide.comDress CircleCentral OtagoPinot GrisPrice: $28Rating: ExcellentTalcum and gum drops, stonefruit, a little smoker’s lolly, honey later as the nose swells.

Source: Otago Daily Times November 05, 2019 15:33 UTC