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I've only seen it written as 'blanc de noir'. 'Blanc de gris' would be from some mid-color grape like Pinot Gris or Grenache Gris, unless there are others using this term in a different manner outside of France? But, I have to say that in general, I'm not a massive fan of blanc de noir wines. Whites made from Grenache Gris however, have shown to be fantastic.

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Well, there is the notorious "White Zin" (Zinfandel / Primotivo), which perhaps peaked in popularity in the 1980s or 1990s. Some hip California winemakers have made renditions recently, including Broc Cellars, but that's more a rosé. A relatively new producer on California's Central Coast, Dunites, makes a white blend, Moy Mel, that is Pinot Noir juice, Chardonnay, and some Albarino. Several vintages have been very good, IMO. Too bad you're not still in California - it'd be easy for you to find / try.

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