Wines made from Tannat grapes

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More informations about the variety Tannat

Tannat is a red grape variety from Béarn which belongs to the cotoïdes family. Present in several vineyards of France, it occupies nearly 3,000 ha. Its leaves are reddish with tan patches. Its bunches are either of normal size or larger. Its berries have a thin skin and are rounded. Its foliage has a swarthy appearance. This variety must be pruned long because it is vigorous. It likes sandy and gravelly soils. Tannat is often exposed to leafhoppers and mites. It is also somewhat susceptible to grey rot. It has 11 approved clones, including 474, 717 and 794. Once mature, this variety produces acidic, fruity, tannic, acidic and full-bodied wines. Various aromas emerge, notably tobacco, cinnamon and exotic wood. Tannat is rarely used alone. It is combined with iron-servadou to obtain a fruitier taste or with cabernet sauvignon to be more rounded.

What are the typical flavors of the Tannat grape variety?

OakPresent in 91% of Tannat
Non oakPresent in 79% of Tannat
Black fruitPresent in 79% of Tannat
EarthPresent in 72% of Tannat
SpicesPresent in 69% of Tannat
Red fruitPresent in 68% of Tannat
MicrobioPresent in 30% of Tannat
Dried fruitPresent in 30% of Tannat
FloralPresent in 21% of Tannat
VegetalPresent in 15% of Tannat

OakyPresent in 14% of Tannat
PlumPresent in 13% of Tannat
ChocolatePresent in 13% of Tannat
TobaccoPresent in 11% of Tannat
Black fruitsPresent in 10% of Tannat
Black currantPresent in 9% of Tannat
PepperPresent in 9% of Tannat
LeatherPresent in 9% of Tannat
VanillaPresent in 9% of Tannat
CherryPresent in 9% of Tannat

News about the grape variety Tannat

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