Wines made from Colombard grapes

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More informations about the variety Colombard

Colombard is one of the oldest grape varieties in the Charentes. This golden white grape variety is a cross between Chenin and Gouais. The young leaves of colombard are yellow with bronze patches. The adult leaves may be three-lobed or whole, depending on the variety. Its branches are cottony. The bunches of this variety are thick and cylindrical. Its elliptical berries are medium-sized. They change color until they ripen, ranging from greenish white to golden yellow. Colombard is associated with an average budding. It is particularly susceptible to leafhoppers, grape worms, mites, mildew, powdery mildew and gray mold. It is also sensitive to water stress, but is not very sensitive to wind. It ripens late in the second half of the year. There are a dozen approved clones of Colombard, the best known of which are 608, 607 and 606. This variety produces a full-bodied, fine white wine. Aromas of lime, nectarine, boxwood, citrus and exotic fruits are released.

What are the typical flavors of the Colombard grape variety?

Tree fruitPresent in 76% of Colombard
Citrus fruitPresent in 75% of Colombard
Tropical fruitPresent in 57% of Colombard
EarthPresent in 54% of Colombard
MicrobioPresent in 51% of Colombard
CitrusPresent in 50% of Colombard
OakPresent in 46% of Colombard
VegetalPresent in 44% of Colombard
GrapefruitPresent in 35% of Colombard
LemonPresent in 33% of Colombard

PeachPresent in 32% of Colombard
TropicalPresent in 32% of Colombard
ApplesPresent in 31% of Colombard
Non oakPresent in 29% of Colombard
PearPresent in 26% of Colombard
Green applePresent in 25% of Colombard
HoneyPresent in 25% of Colombard
PineapplePresent in 23% of Colombard
SpicesPresent in 23% of Colombard
LimePresent in 22% of Colombard

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