Marsanne vs Roussanne
Compare Marsanne and Roussanne: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.
| Marsanne | Roussanne | |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | blanc | blanc |
| Number of wines | 2435 | 3563 |
| Average rating | 3.82 / 5 | 3.83 / 5 |
| Producing countries | France, United States, Australia, Switzerland, Italy | France, United States, South Africa, Australia, Canada |
Marsanne
Rich, structured whites with a round palate and long finish, with aromas of ripe yellow fruits, honey, white flowers, toasted almond and mineral notes. Fine ageing potential, developing waxy and truffle nuances with age. Key variety in the great whites of the northern Rhône (Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage, Saint-Joseph, Saint-Péray) blended with roussanne. Also exported to Australia (Victoria) and California. Native Rhône variety.
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Aromatic and elegant whites, rich yet lifted by fine freshness, with hawthorn, honeysuckle, apricot, pear, honey, green tea, mineral and herbal notes. Fine ageing potential. Key variety in the great whites of the northern Rhône (Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage, Saint-Joseph, Saint-Péray) blended with marsanne, and one of the 13 permitted grapes at Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Native Rhône variety.
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