Wines made from Chenin blanc grapes of Wallonie
Discover the best wines made with Chenin blanc as a single variety or as a blend of Wallonie.
It most certainly originates from the Anjou region and is registered in the official catalogue of wine grape varieties on the A1 list. It can also be found in South Africa, Australia, Argentina, Chile, the United States (California), New Zealand, etc. It is said to be a descendant of Savagnin and to have sauvignonasse as its second parent (Jean-Michel Boursiquot 2019). On the other hand, Chenin blanc is the half-brother of verdelho and sauvignon blanc and is the father of colombard.
In 2004, the local wines of the Gardens of Wallonia joined the circle of products labeled with a Protected Geographical Indication.