Gamay noir vs Grenache noir
Compare Gamay noir and Grenache noir: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.
| Gamay noir | Grenache noir | |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | noir | noir |
| Number of wines | 13819 | 1686 |
| Average rating | 3.65 / 5 | 3.88 / 5 |
| Producing countries | France, Switzerland, Canada, United States, Italy | France, Spain, United States, Australia, South Africa |
Gamay noir
Light, juicy reds, low in tannins with crunchy freshness, showing aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry, banana (from carbonic maceration) and peony. Easy-drinking style of Beaujolais Nouveau, more structured and mineral on the granites of the ten crus (Morgon, Moulin-à-Vent, Fleurie, Brouilly). Also in Touraine, Auvergne and Swiss Romande. A Burgundian variety, a cross of Pinot Noir × Gouais Blanc.
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Supple, sunny reds with a light robe and generous alcohol, with aromas of candied red fruits (strawberry, raspberry, cherry), garrigue, gentle spices, white pepper and kirsch notes. Ripe tannins and a warm palate. Pillar of GSM blends in the southern Rhône (Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas, Vacqueyras), star of Tavel rosé, Priorat and Aragonese Garnacha. Also in natural sweet wines (Banyuls, Maury, Rasteau). Historic Mediterranean variety from Aragon.
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