Colombard vs Pinot blanc
Compare Colombard and Pinot blanc: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.
| Colombard | Pinot blanc | |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | blanc | blanc |
| Number of wines | 1601 | 7525 |
| Average rating | 3.60 / 5 | 3.75 / 5 |
| Producing countries | France, South Africa, United States, Israel, Australia | France, Italy, Germany, United States, Czech Republic |
Colombard
Lively, aromatic whites with sharp acidity and a brisk palate, with aromas of citrus (grapefruit, lime), exotic fruits (passion fruit, mango), boxwood, nectarine and herbal notes. Typically crisp finish. Pillar of Côtes de Gascogne IGP (modern aromatic dry whites) and historically the base spirit for Cognac and Armagnac distillation. Exported to South Africa and California. Charentes variety, a cross of chenin × gouais blanc.
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Round, supple whites with a soft palate, showing discreet aromas of apple, pear, fresh almond, white flowers and brioche notes. Moderate acidity, light finish. Star of Crémant d'Alsace (fine, taut sparkling) and base of Edelzwicker. Grown in Germany (Weissburgunder, Baden-Württemberg), northern Italy (Pinot Bianco, Alto Adige), Austria and Luxembourg. A white mutation of Pinot Noir.
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