Pinot Gris is a white wine grape variety thought to be a mutant clone of the Pinot Noir grape. It has a grayish-white fruit, accounting for its name ("gris" meaning gray in French). The grape grows best in cool climates.

Most wines from the Pinot Gris variety are consumed early, while the wines are still young. One of the few aged styles is Tokay d'Alsace.

It is also sometimes used to make botrytized wines.

The publication Wine Enthusiast has identified several widely recognized styles:

• Alsace style: medium- to full-bodied; rich, somewhat floral; viscous, almost oily in texture; less fruity than the Oregon version; long lasting and an excellent wine with a wide variety of foods.
• German style: medium to full-bodied; fairly sweet, but well balanced with good acidity.
• Oregon style: medium bodied; yellow to copper-pink color; crisp, full, plump, lively flavors with aromas of pear, apple, and/or melon.
• Pinot Grigio style: light-bodied, often lean; light in color; neutral, sometimes spritzy flavors, crisp and acidic.