Most New Zealand whites based on this grape are called pinot gris and court the French model, with an opulent, off-dry essence. "Pinot grigio" tends to suggest a lighter Italian style, and that's the case here. But for the money it's a serious wine, silky and crisp, with notes of melon, pear and apple that trail off into a chalky texture on the finish. Very nice. Good for light seafood.