Also known as Pinot Bianco in Italy, Pinot Blanc is known for its simple, full-bodied, clean structure and forward acidity. Its aroma is very light, non-distinct, nearly neutral.
Originally cultivated in ancient Burgundy, plantings are now extensive in Italy, and there are also vineyards in both Austria and Germany, where it may be called Weissburgunder. A considerable amount of pinot blanc is planted in Uruguay and Argentina, and around 1,000 acres or so in California, where it is used (in combination with other grapes) for some premium sparkling wine.
But for the most part, Pinot Blanc makes a rather nondescript wine with weak aroma - good with food and somewhat boring without.
