Little Giant Pinot Gris

Little Giant Pinot Gris 2023 from the Adelaide Hills is a soft, approachable cool‑climate white that’s all about vibrant orchard fruit and crisp, refreshing acidity – classic easy‑drinking Gris in a very friendly style. In this 2023 Little Giant Pinot Gris you’ll see pale straw colour with a green tinge, and aromas of pear and apple lifted by orange blossom, acacia, honeysuckle, ginger and a light tropical edge like papaya skin and tangerine. The palate is fresh and medium‑bodied, fulsome and generous with pear and apple flavours, balanced by crisp acidity that keeps everything bright and drinkable.

Fruit for Little Giant Pinot Gris comes from the cooler climes of the Adelaide Hills, with a modest 12.5% alcohol level that suits the style. Winemaking includes a short time on skins to build a bit of texture, then clean, cool fermentation to lock in fruit and floral aromatics. The result is a Pinot Gris that feels relaxed and inviting – “well loved like the wombat” in the Little Giant story – but still has enough acidity and perfume to keep you coming back to the glass.

For food, Little Giant Pinot Gris 2023 is excellent with seafood – grilled fish, prawns, calamari – where the pear, apple and citrus notes match sweetness and salt nicely. It’s also a smart match for roast pork, chicken, light pasta dishes and summery salads, as the generous palate and crisp acidity handle richer textures while keeping the overall feel refreshing. Serve it well chilled to emphasise the blossom and pear aromatics and keep that crunchy finish front‑and‑centre.