Wines made from Sylvaner grapes

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More informations about the variety Sylvaner

The sylvaner is grown mainly in Germany and Alsace. The buds are somewhat cottony and the young leaves are green. The same applies to the ribbed branches. Once mature, the dominant colour is golden-green and small elliptical berries with small to medium-sized bunches can be seen. The ripe fruit is then adorned by five-lobed leaves. This variety is susceptible to chlorosis, gray mold, powdery mildew and mildew. It is also sensitive to frost and wind because of its long branches. It can be grown in any kind of soil, although it prefers stony, sandy and light soils. It is indeed moderately acidic and offers a complex set of aromas such as bitter almond, fruity and floral background. The taste has an excellent mixture of honey and candied or dried fruits.

What are the typical flavors of the Sylvaner grape variety?

Tree fruitPresent in 78% of Sylvaner
EarthPresent in 77% of Sylvaner
Citrus fruitPresent in 73% of Sylvaner
MicrobioPresent in 49% of Sylvaner
Tropical fruitPresent in 43% of Sylvaner
VegetalPresent in 35% of Sylvaner
OakPresent in 34% of Sylvaner
CitrusPresent in 33% of Sylvaner
Non oakPresent in 31% of Sylvaner
ApplesPresent in 30% of Sylvaner

SpicesPresent in 29% of Sylvaner
MineralityPresent in 25% of Sylvaner
HoneyPresent in 23% of Sylvaner
PeachPresent in 22% of Sylvaner
FloralPresent in 21% of Sylvaner
LemonPresent in 20% of Sylvaner
PearPresent in 20% of Sylvaner
Green applePresent in 16% of Sylvaner
ApricotPresent in 15% of Sylvaner
CreamPresent in 10% of Sylvaner

News about the grape variety Sylvaner

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Alsace Riesling must be ‘dry’, says wine body proposal

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DO Penedès announces the first “Vi de Mas” wines

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